Ceramics
Ceramic is derived from Greek word Keramikos, something related to pottery. Ceramics refers to an art of making things of ceramic materials. Early instances of Indian Ceramics can be found in the artifacts made during Harappan period. The Harappans were skilled in the art of shaping and baking clay articles as pottery, earthenware and porcelain. The pottery at that period was often decorative.
The archeological survey report based on a good deal of excavations shows that pottery was both handmade and wheel-thrown. Pottery is one of the oldest arts of Indian culture. Pottery is based on a theme and has a message to tell.
Destinations India Tourism takes you on a tour to acquaint with various States famous for Ceramics industry. Famous ceramics articles in India are brown clay, black clay, blue pottery, concrete pottery, mud sculptures, terracotta animal figures, crafted stones etc…
The art of Blue pottery in Rajasthan is famous all over the world. The tradition of pottery came to Rajasthan from Kashmir. Modern art has gone beyond pots, urns, jars and vases. Today, a glimpse of pottery can be found in every home, as one can see tea sets, cups and saucers, plates and glasses, jugs, ashtrays and even napkin rings in modern houses.
Not only in North India one can find a range of ceramics, the tradition of terracotta pottery can be seen in Southern India as well. For thousands of years Tamil villagers have built many massive terracotta horses. Aiyanar shrines in the outskirts of Chidambram have terracotta horses of ten to twelve feet height built hundred years ago.
Modern pottery is a combination of India with Persian style. Modern potters make many exclusive designs. A wide range of colorful, glazed and smooth earthenware can be procured from famous outlets in various parts of India.
Here is a list of various Crafts of India:
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