A unique range of art and crafts of Rajasthan have been captivating the heart of entire world for many decades.Century old skill and imperial heritage of Rajasthan are all that make traditional art and craft of Rajasthan a world famous attraction. The beautifully carved jewellery and dazzling traditional garments allure people of different region of the world to make a visit to Rajasthan. The patronage for artisans of the state was extended by the kings and rulers who turned to them to embellish their zenanas, the women's wings of the palaces, and the durbar or courts. Ateliers were created where artists were treated with due respect and paintings, jewelery and pottery, stone and wood carving, textile and rug weaving, was accorded due place. Major craft traditions in Rajasthan include Tie-and-Dye Textiles, Hand block Printing, Quilting, Jewelery, Gems and Stones, Blue Pottery, Leather Craft, Woodcarving, and local Painting traditions. |
