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Arts &
Crafts
Century-old skills continue to produce some of the most
artistic and exciting wares in Bikaner which are admired and
collected not only by connoisseurs in India but are popular
all across thw world. Bikaner is a land of vibrant colors.
These colors are a striking part of the Bikaneri life and
are found in the bustling bazars, in fairs & festivals, in
the costumes worn and produced, and the traditional
paintings & murals.
When shopping for souvenirs, the subtle yet ethnic appeal of
every item is irresistible whether it be furniture,
leatherwear, pottery, metal craft of textiles. It is a
little wonder, therefore, that because of these artistic
treasures which let you indulge without being extravagant,
Bikaner has been dubbed as the shopper’s paradise. Its
crafts have always been a source of fascination whether one
appreciates them for purely visual or aesthetic pleasure or
pauses to savour the underlying history, culture and
symbolism.
Leather Wear
The leather works of Bikaner is interestingly a joint effort
of the tanning. Cutting and stitching, the women do the
embroidery and ornamentation. Designs include sequin work
and tassels, brass studs or machine- stitched motifs
depending on the region in which the leather article is
produced. Pick up leather shoes, sandals, water bags, fans,
pouches, saddles and even musical instruments.
Bikaner known for its foot wear also. The popular jutis come
with artistically embroidered uppers. They are incredibly
strurdy and long lasting and although somewhat uncomfortable
for the first few days, they fit like a glove after they are
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