Jasleen Dhamija creator text xx National Book Trust 1977/01/01 9999 0 monographic und Eng lis h

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This book, concise yet comprehensive, and richly illustrated, tells the story of how the arts and crafts of an ancient and imaginative people can be related to their day-to-day living, their legends, myths and festivals. India’s rich heritage is preserved in its folk arts and crafts. Today there is a tremendous interest in the rich heritage of Indian folk tradition. Immense in its variety and range, this tradition reflects the amazing diversity of the people who have created it. Contents CHAPTER Introduction Textiles Floor-Coverings and Pile Carpets Pottery and Terracotta Woodwork Metalware Jewellery Stone-Carving Ivory, Bone and Horn-Carving Basket-Making and Mat-Weaving Festival and Ritual Crafts Glossary Index Folklore 745.0954 JAS 8123739117 150814