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Jharkhand Handicraft Traditions

Being a tribal state, Jharkhand is quite famous for artistic handicrafts. Be it jewelry, wood work, bamboo work, paintings and stone carvings. The specialty of this state is that the artisans are well-trained in making stylish wooden door panels, windows, boxes and kitchenware. These can be used in home and office decoration for enhancing the look of a place and lending it a thematic presence. It is the dense forests of Jharkhand that enables the artisans to enjoy carving on various kinds of woods.

                 

One can also catch a glimpse of woman and men making bamboo or cane baskets, boxes and other important items of daily usage. Even the Paitkar paintings in Jharkhand are also famous, as they depict life after death. Apart from this, metal work is also quite beautiful and stylish in this state. The state of Jharkhand is a favorite among masses for great pieces of handicrafts.