Many subsidiary occupations like handicrafts are undertaken in the various tribal zones. These include basket making, spinning and weaving. The Maria Gond distils spirits from forest produce. Functional classes among the Saora, the Kond and the Gond devote themselves to cow-herding, metal working, … [Read more...]

The Handicrafts of Cane and Bamboo is one of the oldest crafts known to man. It is universally practiced at various regions throughout India. India is had a rich source of cane and bamboo materials, and the Indian artisans had a practice to produce stunning utility articles. These items are meant … [Read more...]

The art of wood carving is very old craft in India. Since time immemorial, man had started decorating his home by using wood carving methods. They used to make dolls and toys for their children. Wood craft in India is a common heritage and is found to exist across all parts of the country. The … [Read more...]

Sholapith craft is a traditional handicraft art form of West Bengal. This art had its origin in the customary and religious need of the people. The traditional Sholapith craftsmen enjoys a respectable position in the society. They used to supply flowers and decoration accessories. Floral … [Read more...]

The clay dolls and toys occupy an vital place in clay craft of India, particularly West Bengal. This craft can be grouped under numerous separate categories. The sole purpose of children is to use these clay dolls as a play thing. These mostly reflect the condition of human daily life. These … [Read more...]

In Bengal gold Jewellery are generally not worn below the waist-line. Ankle ornament made of chains is generally made of silver and is used to decorate the feet. Cluster of small silver bells are stringed together intended for the use of the children. Because of high prices of gold jewelry, it … [Read more...]

There increasing demand of Shell jewellery in India and abroad. The shells give off a pearl white luster when its outer coating is removed. The shell is then cleaned and polished. The shell pieces are cut into various shapes and designs. Carving work is also done on them. These are being used to … [Read more...]

The Indian artisans have mastered the technique of producing gorgeous filigree and other ornaments. Very fine silver wires are the base stuff for filigree work and these products objects of rare charm. Pure silver bar is first melted with along with a small quantity of lead. It is then cast into … [Read more...]

Conch Shell is also known as Sankha in India. It has been related with Hindu tradition and has important place in Indian Culture since time immemorial. During the period of Gupta Empire, the conch shells were used as a war horn. Lord Krishna used to appear in the battle field with his conch shell, … [Read more...]