Srinagar, Nov. 28 -- Shahnawaz Ahmad Sofi, an artisan from Rathpora Eidgah in Srinagar, has earned widespread recognition for reviving Kashmir's centuries-old Pashmina weaving tradition by integrating modern calligraphic art into handmade carpets.

Shahnawaz of Kashmir is one of those artisans who raised Kashmiri carpets to new heights through calligraphic designs, aiming to preserve the value of the craft he inherited from his ancestors.

Sofi's work stands out for its fusion of classical weaving techniques with innovative design elements. With the introduction of 3D designs, the artisan continued to transform Pashmina carpets from floor coverings into sophisticated wall decor pieces.

A few years ago, for the safety of products and sati...