Types of Indian Crafts

The varied types of crafts in India amidst their artistry echo the ethnicity of Indian traditions.

Types of Indian crafts have undergone transformation over the years and the proficiency of construction has not altered to a great extent. Indian crafts are highly acclaimed throughout the world for their aesthetic appeal and magnificence.

Bubblegram Craft of India
A bubblegram is a three dimensional image which is composed of points and remains suspended in a medium, usually a plastic block.

Clay Craft of India
The origin of clay crafts in the country dates back to as early as the Indus Valley Civilisation. The Indian states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, West Bengal and Rajasthan are renowned for their diverse form of clay crafts.

Stone Craft of India
The art of sculpture is the poetic expression of stone craft. Sculptures of deities, decorative for house interiors, modelled on classical prototypes, continue to be made in every nook and corner of India.

Glass craft of India
As early as 800 B.C., i.e, at the time when the Yajur Veda was composed, glass craft was very popular.

Metal Craft of India
Metal crafts in India include the numerous products which are made with the aide of several metals like gold, silver, bronze, brass, copper and bell metal

Lac Craft of India
The states of Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Punjab, Rajasthan and Karnataka specialise in the production of magnificent lac crafts like bangles, utensils and decorative products.

Horn and Bone Craft of India
The craftsmen of states like Kerala, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh and the Gajapati district of Orissa are engaged in crafting various horn and bone crafts like walking sticks, pen stands, paper weights, snuff boxes, table lamps, lamp shades and many more.

Ivory Craft of India
Crafts involving ivory crafting is popular in the states like Kerala, Punjab, Delhi, Gujarat, Rajasthan and West Bengal.

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