Art & Craft

The well ornamented terracotta art of the earlier period still prettify several temples and adjacent structures in…

Sholapith craft is a traditional handicraft art form of  West Bengal. This art had its origin in the customary and…

The clay dolls and toys occupy an vital place in clay craft of India, particularly West Bengal. This craft can be…

In Bengal gold Jewellery are generally not worn below the waist-line. Ankle ornament made of chains is generally…

There increasing demand of Shell jewellery in India and abroad. The shells give off a pearl white luster when its…

The Indian artisans have mastered the technique of producing gorgeous filigree and other ornaments.Very fine…

Conch Shell is also known as Sankha in India. It has been related with Hindu tradition and has important place in…

Clay pottery is an ancient craft in India. The art of Clay Pottery grew along with the Civilization. Thus, the…

Ivory carving is one of the oldest crafts of India. The relics of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro unearthed finely carved…

This page contains pictures of simple alpana designs. Alpana, known as Alpona in Bengal, is a popular folk art of…