Dinning Mat Banaras Wood Carving glittering gold foils overlaid on

glittering gold foils overlaid on delicate but extensive gesso work and inlay of glass beads and pieces or very rarely precious and semi-precious gems

These traditional handloom products are woven by skilled craftspeople using: blend of different colors

It was only in the 1960s that these paintings gained recognition as a formal art form

The combination of the golden brass and the earthy brown tones of the coconut shell creates a stunning contrast

The craft has made the city Varanasi extremely popular in India and overseas as it is one of the largest toy producing hubs in the country

Dinning Mat Banaras Wood Carving glittering gold foils overlaid onUdayaigiri cutlery is known for its intricate carvings and fine proportions and is made by a few master craftspersons of the region. The craft probably originated during the time of the Quli Qutub Shah kings. The carvings are on wood sourced locally, from forests in and around Udayagiri, be it Nardi, Devadari, Bikki Chakka, Kaldi chakka or Palabarki. The most commonly used wood is from Nardi as it is very soft and easy to handle. Udayagiri wooden