Indian Folk Arts and Crafts

India's rich heritage is preserved in its folk arts and crafts. Today there is a tremendous interest in the rich heritage of Indian folk tradition. Immense in its variety and range, this tradition reflects the amazing diversity of the people who have created it. This book, concise yet comprehensive, and richly illustrated, tells the story of how the arts and crafts of an ancient and imaginative people can be related to their day-to-day living, their legends, myths and festivals.

About the Author

Mrs. Jasleen Dhamija has been working and researching in the area of folk arts and crafts for the last 36 years. This book is the result of her years of field research and study on the cultural heritage of the different regions. She was involved for over six years in the same field in Iran and later for four years in Africa as in-charge of a Pan Africa Centre for Craft Development, covering 21 countries. Internationally known for her work in the field, she was written several books, including The Crafts of Iran: living Traditions, Crafts of Gujarat, textiles of Andhra Pradesh, hand woven Fabrics of India, etc. she lives in Delhi, researching, writing and lecturing on living traditions.