Endless in variety ,tremendous in craftsmanship and mesmeric in appeal the inimitable crafts of hand are among the lures of land. Tribal artisans of Bastar attempt “to make the imaginable real,” to bring myth and magic to the objects essential for survival.

Handicraft Heritage

Art and craft are a documentation of time, society and culture. The tribal and folk artists and craft persons give concrete expressions to their thoughts, ideas and imagination while engaged in their works. Their artistic imagination and sense of beauty is at work even while making objects and artifacts of daily use. Their tradition of ritualistic artistic offerings to propitiate their gods and goddesses has kept their art alive and vibrant down the centuries. Art, in fact, is part of their very existence.

A peep into the world of tribal and folk art and craft of Bastar is a fascinating journey back into time. The tribal artists and craft persons are keeping the rich tradition of their past alive. This is to be seen in the way they mold clay, wood, stone, metal etc into mind-boggling shapes, forms and designs which are attractive and alluring.

Wrought Iron

The tradition of iron craft in Bastar has been passed down from generation to generation and stands unmatched in skill and creativity. The metal craft of the region has a unique rustic charm.Excelling in iron sculptures, the craftsmen of the region experiment with each and every theme traditional or imaginary. The themes include local deities, armed tribal soldiers, horses, pigs, and different bird. The products consist mainly of decorative, worship and day-to-day living accessories. .

Some metal images invested with peculiar indigenous socio- religious history are considered auspicious. Tribal statues have come to occupy a very special place in modern day interior decoration and tribal artisans have won the recognition they so rightly deserve.

Emerging from the fogs of time, steadfast with centuries of changeless tradition, yet keeping in tune with contemporary styles, the metal craft of Bastar stands apart in concept and workmanship alike.

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