Author: Dinabandhu Nayak
Ramachandra Mangaraj, Champa, Bhagia and Saria are such characters who can never be erased from the mind of a Odia novel reader. A criticized narration by Fakir Mohan Chha Mana Atha Guntha about the cruel and torturing nature of the feudal land lords during the colonial period, Chha Maana Atha Guntha (Six Acres and A Third) is a true treasure of Odia novels ever created. The humor and parody used by the father of modern odia literature showcases the works of a dedicated writer. The novel even after so many years is eternal. Probably penned in the starting of the nineteenth century, Chha…
Indian literature, moreover, Odia literature consists of a few female lead writers who established themselves. Pratibha Ray is one such a name. On the base of soulful literature, she is the creator of ever living literature. Her writings comprises of various genres showcasing the human nature, conflict and well versed climax. Both in the category of short stories and novels, she has penned the best of her. The sensitivity in her writings can only be felt by the readers. Her stories and novels are not bound by time, historical or geographical limits. Sometimes her stories show the lifestyle of tribes…
by Aishwarya Samanta|Published June 18, 2020-Updated June 18, 2020 There’s nothing more needed than one glance at the entrancing workmanship works of Odisha, to come in wording regarding why Odisha has been India’s best kept secret. From days of yore, the state has been profoundly respected for its carefully assembled works of art, furniture, apparatuses, and design. One such spot of intrigue is the provincial town of Pipili, which has been recognized for its delightful Applique handicrafts work and will give you some real keepsakes for your friends and family while exploring a typical village in the heart of Odisha. In case you’re…
In every culture, craftsmanship has reflected intriguing history from the strict convictions, political occasions, and social traditions. Particularly in folk art we find a convincing and excellent record of hundreds of years of Indian culture. Terracotta and Odisha have a old and rich history that we will discuss here Process The tedious job of manufacturing terracotta starts from recognizing appropriate clay, blending it to get the correct surface, utilizing the wheel, making the furnace, orchestrating crude ceramics in the furnace, and so on to at last terminating the pieces. Votive figures of elephants, snakes, feathered creatures and ponies are made.…
The craftsmen of Odisha, undoubtedly, have mastered the art of stone and wood carvings. Stone carving has become one of the significant handcrafts of the state. Historically, the enormous collections of stone carvings are best uncovered in the design and rock-cut models of Lingraja, Jagannath, Mukteshwara and different places of Odisha. Other vital landmarks incorporate the temple chariot of the Sun God at Konark, stupas of Ratnagiri and Udaygiri, Surasundaris radiant delights playing on various instruments at Konark temple, the Konark wheel, horse, elephant, lion. Different themes incorporate Krishna and Radha, Laxmi, Vishnu, Durga, Buddha and Ganesha. Stone And Wood…
Indian tribal artworks are accessible with shifted overwhelming choices, strengthening one’s desire to purchase ancestral items. A portion of the different tribal artworks made in Odisha include: antiques, paper mache, ceramics, embroidery, block printing, home décor, jewellery, metal crafts, paper crafts, pottery, puppets, stone and wood works. Dhokra and Brass wares are among the finest examples of tribal artwork. A Brief History Dhokra is an ancient art custom in the eastern parts of Odisha. Dhokra objects are made with the non-ferrous metal ‘lost-wax’ casting procedure. Gathered in two areas in Rayagada region of Southern Odisha in the midst of the…
Nothing encapsulates a wandering soul more than the sand craft of Puri. The appearance of sand arts on the Puri beach dates back to the 14th century, but as time progressed the artwork got better and finer. As foreign travellers routinely made travels to Odisha, this great work of art got a high distinction and promotion What Folklore Says In the fourteenth century Odisha, there was a writer known as Balaram Das who authored the book Dandi Ramayan. An extraordinary devotee of the Lord Jagannath, it was Das’s desire to move on board the rath(chariot) of Lord Jagannath during the yearly…
A tour to Odisha Tarakashiis never finished without looking at the art and crafts of state. With great pride, these art forms structure an indispensable culture of the state. The workmanship and art that is prevalent in Odisha dates back to hundreds of years. These art works are displayed in bulk in every departments of the Government of Odisha in their own particular manner. Numerous temples in Odisha (particularly Jagannath temple in Puri) can be seen utilizing these things. Silver Filigree or Tarakasi as it is known in Odisha is one of the best and most perfect art works. Cuttack: The ‘Silver City’ of…
One of the most antiquated specialties of the world, palm leaf paintings flourishes in Odisha. Called Talapatrachitras, the craftsmanship has arrived at new statures in the state. Historical Beliefs In ancient times, messages were composed on the palm leaf. Step by step the pattern to brighten the content with pictures started and it turned into an art in itself. The artform is polished by the artisans essentially in Puri and Cuttack Leaf Paintings. The etchings catch the subjects of Gods and Goddesses figures with subtleties dress, creatures, blossoms and trees. Radha and Krishna, Durga, Ganesha and Saraswati are the most…
Coir Crafts is an absolutely regular and eco-friendly fiber expelled from the nuts of coconut palms. This common marvel is accessible in abundance. A characteristic item, coir being decomposable, climate confirmation makes it a top notch item from an inexhaustible source. The coconut palm has been lauded as ‘Kalpvriksha’ in the works of art of India. The utilization of coconut all through India makes it an image of national solidarity. Woven heavenliness is the thing that you find in a coir item. Coir or coconut fiber is utilized aesthetically to make a wide scope of eco- friendly toys, tapestries, key…