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Saturday, May 17, 2008

In the Tiger's Lair

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Nanjangud, about 28 kilometres from Mysuru is known for its Nanjundeshwara temple. The gigantic mahadwara (gopuram) of this temple is a hand...

Life Imitates Art

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In rural households across Karnataka our team of researchers found innumerable game boards tucked away in attics, lofts and lying amidst rar...
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Thursday, May 8, 2008

Rosewood Inlay Game Table

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The inlay tradition of Karnataka is largely concentrated in Mysuru, some of the best examples of which may be seen at Gumbaz at Srirangapatn...
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Game Boards in Kasuti Embroidery

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The Kasuti of Karnataka state seems like an all embracing world, the motifs range from architecture to a cradle, from an elephant to a squir...

Navalgund Game Board Dhurry

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Navalgund is a small town 40 kms from Hubballi (Hubli) in Dharwad district of Karnataka. The highly decorative and intricate designs of t...

Game Boards in Bidri Craft

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Bidricraft is a well known craft of 'Koftagiri'- inlaying of a light metal on a dark one, technically known as damascening, here the...
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Wednesday, May 7, 2008

Channapatna Lacquerware Pawns

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Channapatna in Ramanagara district of Karnataka holds an honoured place in the lacquer ware world. It is an old industry practised by crafts...
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