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Alpana
Floor Drawings
These drawings are related to
ancient magic cults. These drawings are also used for decorative purpose,
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Chikankari
Embroidery
In West Bengal,
Chikankari is an embroidery work which is practiced. It is done
by using white cotton thread on fine white muslin. fabric. |
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Dhokra
Craft
Dhokra Craft indicates variety of
beautifully shaped and decorated brassware products created by the lost
wax process. |
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Dolls
These are used by children and for decorative
purposes and made with small cloth, cotton & wool. Root from a Japanese
influence, this craft has lately gained immense popularity in Bengal. |
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Jute
Products
Today, Bengal is a major
producer of jute goods ranging from pllush jute-blended carpets, to
decorative tapestries, garden pot hangings, decorative hand bags,
bedspreads etc. |
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Kalighat
Paintings
The name Kalighat comes from
the place where the artists originally set up their practice, around
Kalighat Temple in Kolkata on the banks of the Hooghly.
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Masks
In Bengal, masks actually represent
the theatrical tradition are used by the Chhou dancers of Purulia and
those who perform the Gambhira dances of Malda. |
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Pottery
In various colors such as red, orange, brown, black and cream, Handmade
pottery mainly consisted of different types of bowls, jars, vessels,
etc. |
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Textiles
In India, International
Textiles & Garment Fair is the first one-stop opportunity for textile
professionals and exporters to discover what West Bengal has to offer. |
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Wood
& Sandalwood Carvings
In West Bengal, Wood is widely used for making toys and decorative
panels. Image made in wood relate back to traditional icons, deities some
of them stylised to a modern look. |
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