Bangalore arts and crafts
Bangalore impresses the visitors with its Mysore Paintings and the elite bunglows. These wonderful legacy of its past speak volumes about its richness in the field of art and craft. The interiors of the palaces reflect refined taste. Art in Bangalore varies from wood to metal. Even art has found its expression in stone. Though time has passed but the rich heritage of the place is safe.With time the arts and crafts have become more polished and perfect.
Wood Carving
Karnataka abounds in forest and famous for the art of woodcarving. The craftsmen here specialize in woodcarving. Special old techniques are used for doing carving, inlay-work, coating, painting, etc in wood.
Ivory Carving is another popular craft. The articles which are made out of ivory primarily consists of beautiful images of Gods and Goddesses as their main theme.
Sandalwood Craft is the speciality of the state. There are plenty of articles that are made out of fragrant sandalwood. One cannot imagine also how beautiful art can be created with the help of sandalwood. The most popular pieces are of Lord Krishna. Other items like jewel boxes, combs, trays, decorative articles, lampshades, etc .
Doll Making
Channapatna is the most famous place in Bangalore for Doll making crafts that of Channapatna. During Dussehra festival,the wooden puppets and leather puppets are displayed.
Metal Ware
Bangalore also specializes in the craft of metal.There are plenty of items made of metals that are made which include jugs,candlesticks, plates, paper knives, bowls, etc.
Mysore Paintings
The Mysore paintings are the integral part of the rich cultural heritage of Karnataka with a history that dates back to the ancient period. The painting is known for its smooth edges, soft lines, dazzling vegetable colors and gleaming gold leaf.
