Arts Of India

Origin, Significance, and History Sohrai Painting was discovered first in Jharkhand, Hazaribagh district. The art is done in the form of wall painting during the Sohrai festival, to celebrate after harvest. Sohrai art is regarded as the oldest and most famous festival in Jharkhand, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and West Bengal. The term 'Sohrai' is derived from the paleolithic word 'Soro' which defines 'to drive with a stick'. The theme of Sohrai art is based on Nature, Animal, Human, Forest, which is usually performed by the tribal women using elements like charcoal and clay. The art form dates back to a long time ago from 10,000 to 4000 BC. According to old Mythos, the God of Mountain named Marang Buru, Goddess of Forest Jaher Ayo, and Santhal's elder sister would come down to earth to see their brother. The harvest festival is observed to glorify and worship this event. The festival is observed mainly to appreciate goats, sheep, bullocks, and buffalos. The...

Picture Source: Google The art, culture, and heritage of the state of Gujarat rank as one of the richest and most fascinating in the country. The unique and diverse cultural heritage of Gujarat attracts several tourists all-round the year. Gujarat is remarkably renowned for its rich array of art and handicrafts, which are popular not only in the country but all across the globe. The exquisitely printed and woven clothes, pottery, beadwork, tribal art, and embroidery work resonate with the folklore and festivals of the state. People of India are fond of Gujarati jewellery, furniture, patola sarees, embroidered items, mirror work, and baked clay articles among other things.   Mata Ni Pachhedi, Ahmedabad Mata Ni Pachhedi are sacred wall and textile art pieces that act as a backdrop for shrines. The word means “behind the Mother Goddess”. The art form has been created by the  Vaghari  nomads who once resided along the banks of the Sabarmati River in Gujarat. The uniquene...