Maharashtra
Maharashtra is a state in Western India known for its rich culture and heritage. The state has a long and diverse history of art and craft, with various styles and techniques practiced throughout the region.
- Formation: 1 May 1960
- Area: 307713. km2
- Districts: 36
- Capital: Mumbai , Nagpur (winter)
- Bird: Yellow-footed green pigeon
- Flower: Jarul
Brass Musical Instruments
Maharashtra, a state in western India, has a rich cultural heritage when it comes to music and musical instruments. One of the prominent features of Maharashtra’s musical tradition is the use of brass instruments, which have played a significant role in the state’s musical history.
Bidri Ware
Bidriware is a metal handicraft that originated in Bidar, a town in present-day Karnataka, but it has also been adopted by artisans in Maharashtra. It is a unique form of metalwork that involves the inlay of silver or gold on blackened alloy of zinc and copper, also known as Bidri.
Terracotta
Terracotta craft is one of the oldest and most popular crafts in Maharastra. Terracotta, which means “baked earth,” is a type of clay that has been used for centuries to create a wide range of objects, from pottery to sculptures.Â
Sisal Fibre Craft
Sisal fibre craft is an ancient handicraft technique that originated in Maharashtra, particularly in the Marathwada region. The craft involves the use of sisal fibre, which is obtained from the leaves of the sisal plant, a species of agave native to Mexico but introduced to India during the colonial period.