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Rajasthani Bangles: Celebrate Sawan with Vibrant Colors and Traditional Designs!
The Sawan festival holds a special place in Hindu culture, and adorning oneself with traditional Rajasthani bangles adds a touch of elegance and tradition to the celebrations. In this blog post, we will explore the rich heritage of Rajasthani bangles, their vibrant colors, intricate designs, and their significance during the Sawan festival. Rajasthan, known as the land of kings and vibrant traditions, is renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and traditional art forms. Among the plethora of Rajasthani handicrafts, the bangles hold a significant place. These beautiful accessories are crafted using various materials such as lac, glass, and metal, and come...
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The livelihood of artisans across India is being threatened by low demand, limited market opportunities, and middlemen's exploitation.
“The artisans are finding it extremely difficult to make ends meet and some of them have even started to abandon their crafts.”, Siddiqa Malik, chair of the Indus Heritage Trust (IHT), stated in one of the press meets. Markets in the mainstream are frequently closed to artists. Since they work primarily through intermediaries, they have little access to or contact with raw material suppliers. They are at a disadvantage because it's crucial to be familiar with various providers to bargain for the best price and quality. These artists have few connections and marketing opportunities for export. They rely on regional...
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Royal treasure from Rajasthan: Lac Bangles
Rajasthan's renowned lac bangles are as old as the city itself. The then-ruler of Jaipur, Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, was particularly interested in turning his city into a hub for artisans and craftspeople in the year 1727 CE. Lac is the organic resin that a tiny insect secretes and gathers from trees. The expert artisans then convert this into lac coils to make beautiful bracelets out of it. Newlywed ladies in Jaipur, Rajasthan, are expected to wear lac bangles made there since they are seen as auspicious. Lac jewellery is intricate and colourful. The patterns are updated frequently to...
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