10 Specimens That Define The Grandeur of Indian Arts and Handicrafts

Exotic Marble Stone-Craft of Agra has been passed on over six generations

We all are amazed with the intrinsic yet definite work of Marble Stone-Crafts of Agra. And certainly it is beyond what the modern technology can comprehend. This is an art that had been passed on over six centuries. This ancient art is still preserved by some passionate artists whose endeavor is to keep the art form alive.

The grandeur of Kanjivaram Silk Saree

Kanjivaram or Kanchipuram sarees woven from pure mulberry silk is a traditional saree made by the weavers of Tamil Nadu. They are naturally woven and distinguished by their wide border contrasts with delicate zari (edges) motifs of peacocks, swans, trees and most of all the gold threads which go into the making of the saree. This explains their cost which can go up to 1 lakh. Legend goes that cotton is for lord Shiva and Silk for Lord Vishnu.

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