Handloom and Handicraft

India is a treasure of traditional or culturally diverse art forms. India’s Folk painting is also part of the tradition and has a long history in Indian art. Some of the most famous Indian folk paintings are Warli paintings of Maharashtra, Madhubani of Bihar, Phad Paintings of Rajasthan, Kalamkari of Andhra Pradesh, Aipan of Uttarakhand, Pithora paintings of Gujarat, Gond and Mandala paintings of Madhya Pradesh, and Kalighat paintings of Calcutta, etc. Warli Art is best known and is very different from other Folk and Tribal paintings of India. While there are no records of the exact origins of this art, its roots may be traced to as early as the 10th century AD. Research suggests that the tribal are the propagators of a tradition that originated in the Neolithic period between 2,500 BC and 3,000 BC. Artisan making Warli Art on the Wall The word “Warli” comes from the word “Warla” which means “piece of land”. It is a culture of the Warli Tribe community. Warli Tribe resides in the mount...

Himachal is the land of snow with mountains and rich forests. Himachal is not only famous for its beauty but also for handmade products created by artisans. Art and craft of any region is a reflection of its tradition, environment and people. As Himachal has unfavorable climatic conditions and geographically difficult region so for people it’s difficult to remain outdoor for around six months. People utilize their time in weaving wool and other crafts. The craft of Himachal is shawls, carpet, paintings, leather works, woodworks, metalware, knotted socks, cap and woolen textiles which also attract tourists. From all craft, shawls are the most popular craft of this region. Handloom Weaving Woolen products of Himachal are most popular across the country and the international markets. People from different castes are engaged in weaving in Kullu, Himachal. Various kinds of woolen clothes are made by Himachal artisans like shawls, pattus, patties, lahang, etc. Every household has its own pit...