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Wrought Iron ~Kidai chepda, Kondagaon

info_admin — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 08:12:18 +0000

In Chhattisgarh, the knowledge of iron is as old as civilization itself. The Agariya community, whose name comes from the word Aag meaning fire, has long been the torchbearer of this tradition, extracting iron from ore and shaping it into functional objects like agricultural tools, hunting gear, diyas, and more.
This age-old skill found new meaning when their creations reached urban markets. The raw, rustic aesthetic of their work captivated modern audiences, inspiring artisans and designers to collaborate and experiment. What began as a traditional craft has evolved continuously for over four decades, and the story still forges ahead.

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Teer Kamaan~Jobat

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 12:45:00 +0000

The craft of making ‘Teer-Kamthi’ or Bow & Arrow has been practiced by the Bhils and Bhilalas for many years. These are crafted out of bamboo, cane and sharp metal. When it was used for hunting, the tip of the arrow was dipped in poison and shot out. An experienced person is said to be able to shoot the arrow effectively across a kilometer.

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Wrought Iron~Barga

Gaatha A tale of crafts — Sat, 26 Mar 2016 06:38:51 +0000

Metal work in MP owes its existence to the tribal community of the state. The Agaria, meaning a worker in ‘Aag’ or fire, or Hindu God of fire creates diverse products signifying their own traditions. The basic pre historic forms appeal highly to the aesthetic sensibilities of many, who love to carry a few pieces of the craft to adorn their homes. Some of the common objects still being created include oil lamps, tools, statues and animal figures.

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