TanzebTanzeb was another variety of muslin with a reasonably fine weave structure commonly used for chikan embroidery. The cloth was purposely woven in specified lengths, for instance, 19-20 yards for the convenience of embroidery work and subsequent usages like Dupattas and pieces for garments such as Angarkhas.[1][2] MeaningTanzeb means what adorns the body. It is a combination word where Tan means body, and Zeb refers to an ornament. Hence the cloth was known for decorating the body.[3] OriginTanzeb was originated in the second half of the eighteenth century during the reign of Āsaf al-daulah.[4] ProductionRaebareli district and the town of Jais were reputably manufacturing Tanzeb.[4][5] UseTanzeb used for various headdresses and garments such as caps, turbans, angrakhas, and handkerchieves.[4] Tanzeb was among the various cotton qualities exported to England.[3] References
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