Himachal Pradesh is a state in the northern hemisphere of india,
very close to the Himalayas, rich in natural splendour,
for this state is one of a kind when it comes to handicrafts;
wherefore the beauty of this state is aptly reciprocated in the
authentic handicrafts produced by them indigenous artisans.
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- Carpets
Himachali handicrafts gain their striking appearance from the production of different rugs and carpets, which are Himachal’s one of the most celebrated works of art. For all those who thought Kashmir was the world of carpets, we respectfully urge you to change your perspective by visiting Himachal Pradesh once. Embroidered with religious eagles perched on flowering trees, dragons, swastikas and flutes. These carpets will make you rethink what luxurious furnishing felt like. Go to Lahaul if you want to buy the Pahadi designed carpets. While in Dharamshala you will be mind boggled to see these furnishings in each and every house.
2. Rugs
Rugs are the most traditional handicrafts, handcrafted in them high lands of Himachal Pradesh, which are made from unprocessed wool of sheep or goats, the collected material is then woven to produce them conventional blankets, for which Himachal is famous across the country. The process of making Namdas, a rug made of beaten wool, is such an electrifying sight in itself, while the cattle is left for grazing in almost every farm land of Himachal Pradesh.
Another important rug from this region is the soft blanket, otherwise known as ‘Gudmas’. The wool of Giangi sheep is used to make this incredibly soft blanket that comes in natural colors. These rugs are usually etched with red or black colors. The variety of furnishings available to choose from is truly mind blowing. You can buy floor coverings and mattresses, which are manufactured by goat hair. Introducing a wide variety of pattoo cloth products like shawls, carpets, and yarn made out of soft wool, as per your given requirements. Some of the most famous handicrafts of Himachal Pradesh serve alone as one of the best items while shopping for handicrafts in India.
3. Kangra paintings
The subjects observed in Kangra paintings exhibit the kind of lifestyle this society followed during that period. Bhakti cult was the primary driving force to create Kangra paintings; where the love story of Radha and Krishna symbolized divine intervention of gods into the realm of ordinary humans, which was also the base for visual expression. Later Kangra paintings also depict nocturnal scenes, lightning, and thunderstorms. The paintings are often gigantic and have complex compositions for a multitude of themes and images. Towns and houses are often depicted as a far off scene, located somewhere in them distant lands.
Them Kangra artists use multiple shades of primary colors, along with delicate hues. For instance, they use light colors on the upper hills to indicate far off places, situated in a distant land. The Kangra painters use colors made out of vegetable and mineral extracts. They employ crisp and fresh colors. Kangra paintings are known for their lyrical blending of form and color.
Kangra paintings depict feminine charm in the most vivacious technique imaginable. Facial features are softened and refined with appropriate colors and textures; henceforward the female figures look incredibly gorgeous, with vibrant and glittering embellishments, these images are as good real people.
4. Embroidered Handkerchiefs
The Chamba handkerchief is an embroidered handkerchief which was once patronized by the former rulers of Chamba kingdom. Gifting the handkerchief during marriages with intricate patterns bequeathed in bright and vibrant colors.
Known as the “needle wonder” of India, Chamba Rumal comes in different shape sand sizes, made in square and rectangular shapes. The materials used to make these beautiful handicrafts consist of muslin, malmal, khaddar, fine charcoal, and silk threads without knots. A double satin stitch is used for the embroidery, sewing both faces of the fabric by a forward and a backward technique, to maintain uniformity of design on both faces of the handkerchief. Once the embroidery is over, the fabric is stitched with a border of approximately two to four inches on all sides.
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