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Home/Current Affairs/Indian Heritage gifts to World Leader

Indian Heritage gifts to World Leader

26 Aug 2023

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Recently, the Indian Prime Minister presented Indian artworks and traditional items as a gift to world leaders.

Art Form  Details
Bidri work pair of Surahi to South African President
  • Bidri vase is a purely Indian innovation exclusive to Bidar, a Karnataka city. 
  • It is cast with an alloy of zinc, copper and other non-ferrous metals.
  • Pretty patterns are engraved on the casting and inlaid with pure silver wire. 
  • The casting is then soaked in a solution mixed with the special soil of Bidar Fort which has special oxidising properties.
  • This causes the zinc alloy to turn into a lustrous black, leaving the silver inlay intact to contrast stunningly with the black background.
Nagaland Shawl to first lady of South Africa
  • Naga shawls are an exquisite form of textile art that has been woven for centuries by the tribes in Nagaland in the northeastern part of India.
  • These shawls are known for their vibrant colours, intricate designs, and the use of traditional weaving techniques, which have been passed down from generation to generation.
  • Each Naga shawl tells a unique story, reflecting the tribe’s history, beliefs and way of life.
Gond Painting to Brazilian President
  • Gond painting from Madhya Pradesh are one of the most admired tribal art forms.
  • Word ‘Gond’ comes from the Dravidian expression ‘Kond’ which means ‘green mountain’. 
  • These paintings, created by dots and lines, have been a part of pictorial art on the walls and floors of Gonds.
Dokra Artwork to The prime minister of Greece.
  • It is one of India’s prehistoric art forms. 
  • One of the earliest expressions of this ancient art is the dancing girl artefact found from Mohenjo-Daro and Harappan excavations.
Meghalaya shawl to the spouse of the prime minister of Greece.
  • Meghalaya shawls carry a rich history and royal lineage dating back centuries. 
  • These were originally woven for the Khasi and Jaintia royalty, who considered them a symbol of their power and status, the officials said.
  • The shawls were worn during ceremonial occasions and festivals, and their intricate designs and vibrant colours were a reflection of the royal family’s wealth and prestige.

News Source: Indian Express

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