indian arts and crafts

Tholu Bommalata: Shadow puppetry art of Andhra Pradesh

Tholu Bommalata: Shadow puppetry art of Andhra Pradesh

August 24, 2021

As soon as lights go off, a loud voice, along with classical music, booms and different characters leap onto white screen. The latest show of Tholu Bommalata has begun. Deeply connected with spiritual beliefs and cultural practices, this shadow puppetry mainly depicts narratives ...

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Traditional dolls from Karnataka

Traditional dolls from Karnataka

July 26, 2017

Centuries old traditions continue to live in the south Indian state of Karnataka where temple adoring figurines are made part of festive processions and celebrations and allowed to spread their magic.

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