Author: Jasleen Dhamija
Publisher: National Book Trust
Year: 2002
Language: English
Pages: 101
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8123739117
Description
This book, concise yet comprehensive, and richly illustrated, tells the story of how the arts and crafts of an ancient and imaginative people can be related to their day-to-day living, their legends, myths and festivals.
India’s rich heritage is preserved in its folk arts and crafts. Today there is a tremendous interest in the rich heritage of Indian folk tradition. Immense in its variety and range, this tradition reflects the amazing diversity of the people who have created it.
Contents
CHAPTER
Introduction
Textiles
Floor-Coverings and Pile Carpets
Pottery and Terracotta
Woodwork
Metalware
Jewellery
Stone-Carving
Ivory, Bone and Horn-Carving
Basket-Making and Mat-Weaving
Festival and Ritual Crafts
Glossary
Index