Tsharzo

The Intricate & the Utilitarian Bamboo and Cane

Tsharzo is the art of weaving cane and bamboo to produce household products like containers and serving plates (bangchung), tshogthrung (vessels for serving food), baekhu (container for wool and threads), and patshadromchung (container for jewelry). Apart from agriculture, the villagers in parts of eastern and central Bhutan practice Tsharzo as a supplementary income. The residents of Kangpara in Trashigang and the Bjokaps in Zhemgang are especially known for their skills in Tsharzo. Apart from baskets, winnowers, mats and containers, they also produce musical instruments, and the traditional bow, arrow and quiver.

Tsharzo