Handicraft of Rajasthan
One of the most colourful regions in India Rajasthan is a land which is endowed with invincible forts, splendid palaces, waves of sand dunes and serene lakes. One can observe an unusual diversity in the state of Rajasthan in its all forms – life style of people, culture, traditions, customs, costumes, cuisine, dialects and music. But Rajasthan is famous not only for its magnificent monuments but also for handicrafts.
Popularity of Rajasthani handicrafts is not only in India but also all over the world. The handicrafts of Rajasthan are famous for its variety, the use of lively colours, exception artistic work which all show the tradition and culture of Rajasthan. Some of important Rajasthani Handicrafts are following
Wooden Handcrafted Furniture: - Rajasthan is famous for wooden handcrafted furniture. Specially, Barmer and Jodhpur are famous for the craft of wooden furniture. Kishangarh and Shekhawati have their own style of ornate furniture.
Blue Pottery: - Rajasthan is famous for blue pottery articles. Blue pottery is an art which has its origins in Persia. Some blue pottery articles are flower base, surahis, pots and jars, lampstands, doorknobs and other household items.
Metal Crafts: - Rajasthan is also famous for metal crafts. During one’s Rajasthan tour one can see and purchase various type of beautiful metal craft items such as figurines, pill boxes, brass enameled swords & shields and other useful items.
Textile: - Rajasthan is popular for its die technique. Dyed and block printed fabric of Rajasthan are very popular.
Jewelry: - The desert land of Rajasthan is rich in jewelry. Every region of Rajasthan has its own unique style of wearing ornaments. In the state of Rajasthan men are also very fond of ornaments as well as women. During one’s Rajasthan tour one can see and purchase traditional Rajasthani jewelry.
Leather-ware: - Rajasthan is famous for designer Jooties with embroidered uppers, designer leather hand bags and other leather items.
Miniature paintings: - Rajasthan is also famous for its exotic paintings. The paintings of Rajasthan are lively and multi-hued.
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