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Basketry
Basketry is primarily a folk craft and whether in the hilly tracts of Tripura or in the jungles of Assam, Bengal, Bihar or Orissa or the uplands of the Nilgiris or Kerala,
the inhabitants preserve their tradition of basket making to the present
day.
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Jewellery
Just like other parts of the country, Tamil Nadu has its own traditional jewellery-especially the stone-encrusted jewelery,
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Kolam
Kolam is the pride of Tamil Nadu, Andhra and Karnataka (although there may be some differences from area to area, they are essentially the same ).
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Metalware
The famous brass and copper metalware has a
rich and ancient tradition in
Tamil Nadu. These metal objects are used for both
religious and secular purposes, though utility is a primary
consideration.
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Musical Instruments
With the important role played by music and dance in the cultural life of Tamil Nadu,
it was inevitable that the making of musical instruments would become a
major craft.
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Stone
Carving
Stone carving had achieved a high degree of
excellence in this southern state very early in history. |
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Tanjore Paintings and Arts
The world famous Tanjore paintings, painted on
wood, glass, mica, ivory and on walls, are characterized by the use of
primary colors, with stylized modeling effects by shading the inside of
the contours.
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Weaving in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu has been equally famous for its cotton
weaving, with several centers around the State.
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Woodcraft
The riches of the forests of Tamil Nadu
are numerous. Wood is the most versatile material, lending itself to
diverse uses.
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