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Thursday 27 January 2022

A GLANCE AT THE TRADITIONAL CRAFTS AND HANDLOOMS OF ASSAM






 Muga silk, bamboo peacock, bamboo vase , Gamocha (towel) and Horai (brassware) are the names associated with the traditional crafts of Assam.


Assam is reputed for its silk and the most prominent variety is Muga, the golden silk exclusive only to this state. Apart from Muga, there is Paat, as also Eri, the latter being used in the manufacture of warm clothes in winter

One among the traditional crafts of Assam are handmade toys, made from Clay, cork (pith), wood and bamboo and an admixture of cloth and mud.

While the bride and groom are common subjects, in the clay -toy making segment animals dominate. Clay toys are traditionally made by the Kumar and Hira potter communities. Deities and mythological figures are also important themes in the toy- making repertoire.

A wide range of decorative items is available in cane and bamboo work and bell- metal and brass. Tribal arts including masks, bhaonas, in metal, bamboo and wood are popular souvenir items.

Assam silk is one of the hottest souvenirs to take home. Choose from Endi, Muga and Pat varieties. Bamboo and cane are used to produce a wide range of furniture, handicrafts and decorative items.

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