COLLECTION OF BEST TRADITIONAL ART AND CRAFT OF GUJARAT

If travel to Gujarat is next on your card and you want to explore the vibrancy of Gujarat in different styles, then definitely you should head to the core of Gujarati’s culture. Being famed as the most vibrant state of the India, it is a perfect anecdote of rich Indian art and culture. Whether it is the vibrant mix of colors intertwined together in a beautiful pattern or elegant needle work Gujarat is a paradise for art lovers that dazzle your eyes with its own style of craft. Here is the list of things that you should buy during your Gujarat vacations.

Needlework

To give a complete facelift to your home, you should definitely go for some needlework items. Toran (embroidered doorways decoration with hanging flaps) Pachhitpatis (embroidered frieze), Chaklas (embroidered square pieces) Abhala (mirror inset embroidery) are some of the traditional art forms of Gujarati needle work. Elegant, beautifully crafted with dark and contrasting threads, they are perfect.

Patola Sarees

In 2013 when Kirron Kher donned the ramp in Gaurang Shah’s collect of Patola saree, she stunned the audience. Colorful geometrical pattern with striking and bold color theme makes it the finest hand woven saree of the Gujarat. Zari and Bandhani are other art forms which are quite famous in Gujarat, which you can add to your kitty. So what are you waiting for, here your chance to astonish people.

Jewelry

Women’s love for jewelry isn’t hidden from anybody and Gujarat is known for its cultural and classic jewelry designs worldwide.

Gold, silver, iron and brass crafted into beautiful marvel of art studded with eye dazzling stone works Home Furnishingsare worth buying.

Home Furnishings

The traditional floor spread ‘namadas' and ‘dhurries’ woven with camel, goat hair, wool and cotton are the finest examples of art and craft in home decors. Quilts, woven and Kalamkari table covers, table-mats and table linen with block printing are some other things you can have during your visit to Gujarat. They don’t only look beautiful, but also express a lot about your personality.

Clay Items

Pottery is the oldest craft technique of Gujarat and it seems that Gujarat has mastered this traditional art form. Terracotta toys, mud wall painting, utensils, plaques along with enormous items are the major attractions. It’s a real treat to see the raw clay moulded into the beautiful art craft.

Wood Craft

The lacquered furniture of Sankheda and Minakari furniture from Rajkot is quite famous. The precision and minute wooden carvings with hand painted motifs and traditionally ornamented gives them esthetic touch. The furniture and woodcraft of Surat, Kutchh and Saurashtra are equally popular.

Painting

Angular features and bold colors are the specialty of Gujarat Paintings. From traditional Kalamkari, Plethora art form to modern painting, Gujarat is a connoisseur for art work.