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LACQURED CRAFT OF SHEOPUR- A SUSTAINABLE CRAFT OF MADHYA PRADESH

Journal: SHODHKOSH: JOURNAL OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (Vol.1, No. 2)

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Page : 1-11

Keywords : Woodcraft; Lathe-Turned; Lacquered Craft; Lac; Craft; Craftsmen; Eco-Friendly;

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Abstract

The world of arts and handicrafts represents a great saga of culture, traditions and historical legacy associated with each particular region. India, in general and Madhya Pradesh, in particular are known for the impressive range of hand-made artifacts that enthrall onlookers, buyers and collectors of art. The innate are honored with the characteristic specialty of cutting and make extremely appealing things. There are wooden chowkies made for estimating grains. Wedding mainstays of Bharia and wooden entryways of Gonds and Korkus are extremely appealing and unordinary. Machines turned and lacquered toys in splendid hues and at moderate costs are famous everywhere throughout the state. Cut wooden toys, dolls and elephants displaying the abilities of the craftsman are likewise made. The Woodcrafts of Madhya Pradesh are self-viable and have contributed in maintaining the environment healthy by using all the natural colors and polishes. Moreover, it generates the employments to the artisans, which encourages them to design and produce the products as per the market demands. And as per the demand it encourages the Socialdistance which is much need in present scenario.

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