chaitanya_ak

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Full name: chaitanya_ak
Total folder visitors: 689
Most popular folder: STONE CARVINGS
Communities I belong to: Painting , Metal

My public folders (6)

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STONE CARVINGS

Transforming living expression on stone is age old tradition of Odissan Stone Carving. The legendary temples of Puri, Konark and Bhubaneswar are the silent witness of this rich heritage.

Visitors: 171

Tags: stone , carvings

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WOOD CARVINGS

Shaping the Gambhar, Teak or Rose wood Through finest carving, variety of decorative and utility objects is a very special craftsmanship of Orissa. The Elephants, Wheels, images of Gods and Godess, Modern Art, Lord Jesus Christ, Buddha, Birds or Animals, Folding Partitions with a blend of classical and folk foms in 3D shape is a legendary craft for the connosore of the Art.

Visitors: 155

Tags: Wood , Carvings.

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PALM LEAF/PATTACHITRA EDITED

This rich tradition of paintings are practised by the "CHITRAKARAS" from generations based on the mythological themes and stories from RADHA KRISHNA, Lord Jagannath, epics of Ramayan and Mahabharat. These illustrative stories they paint on a self prepared canvas and contrast earth and stone colours with fine lines giving meaningful expressions for interior decorations, wallhangings, palm leafs and also greeting cards

Visitors: 102

Tags: palm , edited

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PATTA PAINTINGS

This rich tradition of paintings are practised by the "CHITRAKARAS" from generations based on the mythological themes and stories from RADHA KRISHNA, Lord Jagannath, epics of Ramayan and Mahabharat.

Visitors: 102

Communities: Painting

Tags: PICS , NOT , GOOD. , BETTER , ONES , PAINTING , FOLDER. , SNAPS

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DHOKRA ITEMS

This art craft of metal casting is practised by the "situlias" in different parts of Orissa. This metal craft is an alloy of Brass, nickle and Zinccast by lost-wax-process with great skill. The artisan prepare wires from beeswax to form the shapes of varieties idols, lamp stand,decorative motifs with antique look and wire work finish.

Visitors: 82

Communities: Metal

Tags: DHOKRA. , ART , FORM , METAL , CASTING.

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APPLIIQUE WORKS

Among the traditional crafts of Orissa, the appliqe craft of Pipli is most popular for its designs, brilliant colours,fabrics and artistry. The artisans patch works on brilliant coloured cloths and mirror pieces.