The
history of Indian Art & Craft is as old as th civilization itself. In
fact it is the myriad, vivacious and bewitching art & crafts of India
that act as a magnetic force in drawing jaded travellers to the land - where
artists are born with an inherited talent which can only understand the
language of beauty.
The Heavenly Art of India
Handicrafts : - Every bit of India boasts of a
unique cultural ethos which is very well demonstrated by the handicrafts of
various regions of India. The glorifying handicraft traditions of India are
deeply influenced by the local topography, climate and socio-religious
factors. The Indian crafts are of unmatched quality both in technique and
use of materials. The handicrafts are not only used to fulfill daily needs
but are also brought as decorative and religious purposes.
- Basket weaving
- Clay Crafts
- Toy Making Tradition
- Leather Craft
- Furniture Tradition
- Woodcarving and Stone Carving
- Inlay Work
- Metal Crafts
- Glassware
- Textile Tradition
- Carpets and Floorings
- Gems and Jewellery.
Paintings : - Paintings in India have been in
existence since prehistoric times. Cave paintings of Ajanta and Bhimbetka
are the earliest examples of Indian paintings heritage. Several Indian
painters have carved a niche for themselves in the outside world.
Big world of Paintings
- Thanka Paintings
- Madhubani Paintings
- Warli Folk Paintings
- Tanjore Paintings
- Pata Chitra
- Kalamkari Paintings
- Phad Paintings
- Pichwais
- Miniature Paintings
- Kangra Paintings
- Mughal Painting
- Ganesha Paintings
- Natural Dye Paintings of India.
Textile
: - The textile tradition of India is admired and acclaimed all over the
world for its beauty, texture and durability. Even epics like Ramayana and
Mahabharata talk of the richness of Indian textiles. Have a look at the
Indian Textile Traditions:
- Phulkari Art
- Appliqué Art
- Chikankari
- Zardoozi
- Kimkhab
- Sozni & Chain Stitch
- Sheeshedar - Mirror work of Gujarat.
- Block Printing
- Baluchari
- Brocade
- Paithani Sarees.
Puppet Making :- Puppetry since time
immemorial has remained an important and entertaining form of communication
in India. It has gained immense significance in rural areas of the land.
This means is used to convey issues of prime importance to the village
folks.
Types of Traditional Puppetry
- Rod Puppetry
- Glove Puppetry
- String Puppetry
- Shadow Puppetry
- String-Rod Puppetry
Art of Trivia
Rangoli : - Rangoli is a traditional art form of
India. It is an art used to welcome the guests. It is known by different
names in various parts of India. Rangoli if famous all over India by various
names like: Alpana in Bengal, Aripana in Bihar, Madana in Rajasthan, Rangoli
in Gujarat and Maharashtra, Chowkpurana in Uttar Pradesh and Kolam in South
India.
Shisha -Mirror work in India
Mirror work is one of the main draws of Indian Embroidery tradition. In
Gujarat, Haryana, Rajasthan and Delhi it is a breathing art that enjoys
great significance.
Famous Rajasthan Handicrafts
Rajasthan Handicraft is richest in India. The land of the Kings, is a part
the 'colour belt' of western India. It is not only during festivals or
ceremonies that Rajasthan looks bright, it is everyday. Find More.
