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Interview: Retelling the Story of Bidriware

August 15, 2017September 20, 2017

Any form of art or art requires a great deal of patience and a passion for art making. The Bidriware Artisans are one such category …

Asia, Blog, Heritage

Bidriware: The Craft of Metal and Mud

March 17, 2017March 31, 2017

This article was written by Sakshi Jain and published originally on Nazariya. Bidriware is a ?handicrafts which recognises itself as the symbol of Wealth and …

Arts and Crafts, Blog, Intangible Heritage, Traditions

Periya Negamam: The village of weavers

February 21, 2017December 25, 2017

The unassuming and humble creators of one of the country?s renowned weaves belong to the village of Periya Negamam. The Village of Weavers: Around …

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Qeleshe: Albania’s Local Felt Hat

February 17, 2017September 24, 2017

The qeleshe is a local hat that is crafted in Kruja, Albania. Today, a few select artisans who can craft these accessories remain. Not …