Kontha Crafts - Handmade treasures across the land

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Tribal Art of Baiga community

Tribal Art of Baiga community

Bamboo Craft of Madhya Pradesh

Bamboo Craft of Madhya Pradesh

Crochet Project by Mon Ami Foundation

Crochet Project by Mon Ami Foundation

Folk Terracotta Art of West Bengal

Folk Terracotta Art of West Bengal

Varanasi Toys

Varanasi Toys

Wooden Inlay of Punjab

Wooden Inlay of Punjab

Zardozi Project by Mon Ami Foundation

Zardozi Project by Mon Ami Foundation

Terracota of Panchmura

Rustik Folk Collection

The terracotta art is renowned for its intricately handcrafted clay sculptures, especially the iconic Bankura horse, a symbol of folk art in India. Made from locally sourced clay, the pieces are shaped by hand, sun-dried, and baked in kilns, giving them a distinct earthy tone and rustic charm.

Bankura Black Horse (Set of Two)

Bankura Black Horse (Set of Two)

Bankura Black Horse (Set of Two)

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Bankura Black Horse (Set of Two)

Rs. 769.00

Rs. 769.00

Bankura Horse (Set of Two)

Bankura Horse (Set of Two)

Bankura Horse (Set of Two)

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Bankura Horse (Set of Two)

Rs. 769.00

Rs. 769.00

Bauls of Bengal (Set of Three)

Bauls of Bengal (Set of Three)

Bauls of Bengal (Set of Three)

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Bauls of Bengal (Set of Three)

Rs. 1,580.00

Rs. 1,580.00

Bong Hathi

Bong Hathi

Bong Hathi

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Bong Hathi

Rs. 900.00

Rs. 900.00

Highlights

CRAFTED HERITAGE

The earliest examples of inlay work can be traced back to ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. This art form journeyed along trade routes and reached India during the 16th century, flourishing during the Mughal period. Eventually, it was adapted to wooden artifacts in Punjab.