Batik printing is a form of textile art wherein a piece cloth is decorated by covering it with a coat of wax and then dyeing it. The word ‘Batik’ means ‘wax writing’ and its journey through the ages proves that it is more than just a handicraft. In the small village of Mundra, Kutch, Gujarat, […]
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The crafts of West Bengal are renowned all over the word, mainly because of their pastoral charm. Amongst all the crafts of the state, the art of clay doll making is amongst the most popular ones. These beautiful, lively clay structures are adorned with vibrant colours. The art of doll making has thus become an […]
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The Swamimalai bronze icons are made by a community of artisans known as the ‘Sthapathis.’ Hindu worship has been inextricably linked with these bronze icons since time immemorial. These icons are not just symbols of worship, they are a reflection of the artistry and craft that is embedded in the Indian culture; they are emblems […]
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All over India, from north to south, east to west- there are not only a variety of sarees produced, but each of these sarees differ in terms of small intricacies such as the material, production technique, and design. Therefore, the sarees produced by each state convey the history, tradition, and rituals of that particular state. […]
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The world-famous craft of making art plates is only present in the city of Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. These art plates, also known as ‘tri metalwork,’ are designed by almost 250 artisans of the Vishwakarma community who live in and around this city. These art plates were initially built under the Maratha dynasty as a gift […]
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Motifs of checks, stripes, geometrical patterns, birds, temples, flowers, leaves, fruits- name it and you’ll find it on the Thirubuvanam saree. These sarees are not only considered to be rich in quality due to the fine silk usage but also aesthetically pleasing and durable. These are thick ‘three-ply sarees’ with one side of the border […]
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Pinjirakari is the craft of latticework in Kashmir. Chipped and carved out of light deodar wood, these pieces consist of strips of wood arranged in repeating geometric forms. These pieces are then joined to make the larger form. The distinguishing fact of this woodwork is that it does not use any glue for sticking together […]
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Dotted with a thousand tiny specks, possessing a fine crinkled texture and dyed in rich vibrant colours, ‘Bandhani’ or ‘tie and dye’ of Gujarat draws immense admiration and attention alike. This stunning piece of art is a legacy of the Gujarat Textiles industry and showcases their brilliant craftsmanship through intricate designs. The craft takes its […]
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The Saraswathi veenas of Bobbili, Andhra Pradesh consist of a large bowl that is hollowed out of a single wood piece and a bridge containing frets and strings that is placed onto the bowl. The Sarwasiddi community began this craft of veena making and till date continue this practice in order to sustain their livelihoods. […]
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Bagru originated the tradition of printing, is not only popular in India, but even being a small village custom, the Bagru print is known worldwide. The wooden prints of Bagru have entitled its own name as Bagru prints. The wooden prints involve the technique of carving the print (or design) on the wooden block first, […]
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