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The Renaissance
In 19th Century, our culture & civilization was taking heavy beating. Archeologist like John Marshall, Alexander Cunningham who were credited with rediscovery of Ancient cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro drew the attention of the World about the rich cultural Heritage of India which had been buried for long, thus breaking the myth of Superiority of Europeans over Indians.
The Radical Nationalists referred to Indian Art, Heritage, Literature and culture to Awaken the masses, to Unite the masses, to inculcate Pride of India’s Ancient Glory. Thus, began an important role in nurturing, shaping and molding the Nationalist spirit in young Indian’s, eventually becoming a war cry.
Metal Craft
Moradabad Brass Craft
Period of Origin -1701
Excellent Craftsmanship, Immense knowledge on Metal Characteristics, Best Practices and International acceptable standards have made the Moradabad Brass handicrafts of International Repute.
Uniqueness
The Ram Ganga River sand used in Casting process is of extremely fine Quality, attributing to Perfection and Elegance of the Craft.
Thanjavur Art
Period of Origin 1771 a.d.
Art plate is a coordinated effort of 3 Experts, 1) Preparation of Brass plate by a Metal worker, 2)Embossing Motifs on Copper & Silver by Jewel maker, 3) Encrusting sheet onto the brass plate by a Diamond setter.
Bidri Craft
Period of Origin 1422 a.d.
The Soil found at Bidar fort exhibits magical oxidizing properties. The base metal Zinc when dipped in the soil, it turns into sheer blackware, while pure Silver Inlay retains its Original Colour.
Bastar Dhokra
Indus Valley civilization
A craft form of Harappa & Mohenjodaro Civilizations, the Bastar Dhokra is made of 16 intricate steps, without making use of any moulds, thereby each product being a master piece in itself.
Bastar Iron
Period of Origin 1821 A.D.
Iron Craft of Bastar by the Gond and nomadic Maria community, resembles classic Egyptian Style. The evolution of Iron from a hunting tool to Utilities is a narrative best captured in the Iron Craft of Bastar.
STONE CRAFT
Varanasi Jali
Period of Origin
2000 B.C.
The Motifs used in the Bastar wooden craft is very much similar to those found in Indus valley civilization establishing an unbroken lineage of the craft form.
Konark Stone
Period of Origin
501 A.D.
The Iconic Konark Sun Temple at Odisha, one of India’s Cultural and Architectural Wonders, is epitome of intricate sculptures and delicate carvings on stone .
Agates of Cambay
Period of Origin
2000 B.C
The Iconic Konark Sun Temple at Odisha, one of India’s Cultural and Architectural Wonders, is epitome of intricate sculptures and delicate carvings on stone .
WOODEN CRAFT
Bobbili Veena
Period of Origin 1880 A.D.
Originating in a small Town called Bobbili in Andhra Pradesh in 16th Century, the Bobbili veena has played a great significant role in the evolution of Carnatic music in our country & is also known as Saraswati Veena.
Made of Seasoned Jack wood, the miniature Bobbili veena is a pinnacle of beauty with inlay work of art running almost the entire length with a lion face at the end of the dandi.
Kushmandi Wooden Mask
Period of Origin unknown
Also known as Gomira Dance Mask, a ritualistic non-Vocal dance practiced by the local communities, to usher in Good forces and drive out Evil forces from the Villages. The locals believe that the masks have very strong powers and the dancers go into trance during their performance.
Bastar Wooden
Period of Origin
901 A.D.
The Motifs used in the Bastar wooden craft is very much similar to those found in Indus valley civilization establishing an unbroken lineage of the craft form.
Etikoppaka Toys
Period of Origin
1701 A.D.
Etikoppaka, a small village located on the banks of river Varaha of Andhra Pradesh is known for making splendid lacquer toys using natural & Organic Colored dyes.
Mysore Rose Wood Inalay
Period of Origin
1701 A.D.
The flat surface of the Rosewood is scooped in required designs and natural wood of different colours and acrylic sheets is inlaid in the hollow spaces to form beautiful pictures.
Beypore Uru
Period of Origin
1st Century
Beypore, an ancient port town on the banks of Chaliyar River, was once a legendary maritime hub for traders, since the beginning of India’s maritime trade with Mesopotamia.
NATURAL CRAFT
Thanjavur Bommai
Period of Origin
1643 A.D. (Prior)
The Roly Poly doll of Thanjavur is a perfect measure of balance with gravity, the repulsive nature of magnetic fields allows the dolls to stand back with no strings or springs attached.
Did you know, Even before Isaac Newton discovered gravity, the Artisans of Thanjavur developed these Raja-Rani Dolls using the science of gravity
Purulia Chau Mask
Period of Origin
1871 A.D.
The tribal mask associated with the age-old dance form called as Chhau of Purulia region of West Bengal are acclaimed for their craftsmanship.
Firozabad Glass
Period of Origin
800 B.C
Glassware handicrafts are Made using unique mouth blown technique, a rare form of blowing air through a glass pipe to provide shape, reflecting perfect craftsmanship.
Tirakanur Paper Mache
Period of Origin
18th century
Tirukanur Papier Mache craft is a Critical art of Design Visualization. Profound Detailing, Eloborate Decorations, Play of Vivid Colour are hall mark of the craft.
Khurja Pottery
Period of Origin
14th Century
Having an History of over 600 years, Khurja Pottery reflects time tested Craftsmanship of Turing simple Clay stones into finest and most elegant Pottery ware.
Natural FIBRE CRAFT
Pipli Applique Work
Ghazipur wall Hangings
