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Welcome to Pages of India - where you can explore
the exciting and rich world of Indian art and culture.
Experience traditions that have remained unchanged over
the centuries. Get acquainted with the modern. And take
back a slice of India you won't find anywhere else!
From the smallest artifact to the most gigantic creations,
the Indian artisans have mesmerized every art connoisseur
across the world. The handicrafts range from wooden
artifacts, clay pots, terracotta products, metallic
ornaments, sculptures and glass pieces. The Indian
embroidery and fabrics also have a great demand in the
foreign markets. One of the major forms of arts and crafts
in India is the pottery. The Indian potters can certainly
be considered as one of the most gifted artists in the
world. There are different styles of pottery, which helps
in making various types of pots and other related
products. The potters not only make the pots in different
shapes but also provide various dimensions, designs and
intricate paintings on the pots.
The major forms of pottery include a kind of jug, which is
known as the Bengali Surai. Another style of pottery is
known as Khurja Pottery, which belongs to the state of
Uttar Pradesh. The Khurja pottery is distinct for its
bright colors and designs.
The terracotta artifacts are a symbol of arts and crafts
in India. It is made by a combination of earth and water,
which is then baked on low heat in a traditional Indian
kiln. The artists first mould the objects of mud by hand
or on a wheel and are then placed in an open oven. To
provide a smooth finish to the articles made of
terracotta, the artist rubs and polishes the surface of
the articles with the help of wooden palettes or stones.
The Indian fabrics, mainly cotton and silk and the
embroideries on these fabrics have also earned huge fame
and recognition.
The traditional costume of the women in India is the saree.
The silk sarees are usually very expensive and are worn on
special occasions or festivals. Some of the most popular
types of silk sarees include "Kanjeevaram" that come from
the village of Kanchipuram in Tamil Nadu, "Paithani" that
are famous from the town of Paithan in Maharashtra and
Mysore silk sarees that are famous from the city of Mysore
in Karnataka.
These are only a few gems from the infinite treasure of
arts and crafts in India. Every small village, town and
city in India has a particular art or craft associated
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