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The crafts of India are diverse, rich in history, culture and religion. The craft of each state in India reflect the influence of different empires. Throughout centuries, crafts have been embedded as a culture and tradition within rural communities. Crafts. Metal crafts include metal work using zinc, copper, brass, silver, and gold.
The art form which has got patronage from the rulers in ancient times is in decline due to lack of profits, time taking to produce toys, influence of western art and younger generations not encouraged towards this art. [9] [10] Lepakshi and Lanco Institute of General Humanitarian Trust took initiative to keep alive the art of crafting toys. [7]
Shilpa Shastras (Sanskrit: शिल्प शास्त्र śilpa śāstra) literally means the Science of Shilpa (arts and crafts). [1] [2] It is an ancient umbrella term for numerous Hindu texts that describe arts, crafts, and their design rules, principles and standards.
Channapatna toys are a particular form of wooden toys and dolls that are manufactured in the town of Channapatna in the Ramanagara district of Karnataka state, India. This traditional craft is protected as a geographical indication (GI) under the World Trade Organization, administered by the Government of Karnataka. [1]
Thateras are artisan cast of Punjab who makes brass and copper craft utensils. 00845: Navroz + [a] 2016 Festival Whole India Navroz in India is mainly celebrated by Parsi community. 02097: Yoga: 2016 Performance Whole India Yoga is physical and spiritual practice originated in Ancient India. Every year 21 June is celebrated as International Day ...
Wooden toy-making is a traditional craft in the Varanasi district of Uttar Pradesh, India.Bright and colourful lacquered toys are made by clusters of skilled craftsmen. These toys were given the Geographical Indication tag in 2014, along with other lacquer ware produced in this reg
State handicrafts development corporations of India (5 P) Pages in category "Indian handicrafts" The following 58 pages are in this category, out of 58 total.
Form and many forms of mother clay: contemporary Indian pottery and terracotta : exhibition and catalogue. New Delhi: National Crafts Museum, Office of the Development Commissioner for Handicrafts, Govt. of India. Singh, Gurcharan . 1979. Pottery in India. New Delhi: Vikas. B. B. Lal (1953).