Handicraft of Arunachal Pradesh

Bamboo & Cane

1. HANDICRAFT

2. Bamboo & Cane Arunachal pradesh

3. Introduction Handicrafts of Arunachal Pradesh Handicraft chosen, bamboo & cane work Process of the handicraft Uses of bamboo & cane in utility basis Handcrafted tools & accessories Problem faced Applicable measurements Bamboo & cane handcrafted pictures Conclusion CONTENTS

4. Arunachal Pradesh is also a land of beautiful handicrafts comprising a wide variety. Arunachal is also known as the “ o rchid state of I ndia ” and a “ paradise ” for botanist. Artistic craftsmanship has been passed on from one generation to the other. Cane and bamboo is an important craft of this area, which are distinctive in each region. The tribal population of Arunachal came to depend on these materials for constructing their dwellings, utensils, furniture, and even weapons such as bows and arrows . INTRODUCTION

5. Handicrafts of Arunachal Cane and bamboo handicrafts are not the only priority of Arunachal. It is also followed by other crafts, such as: Weaving Painting S mithy work Basketry Ornaments Weapons and W ood carving

6. The Making of Crafts There’s a procedure for making any kind of bamboo or cane craft, such as: The whole stem is cut with a hacksaw and split longitudinally with a billhook The cane is heated on a slow fire, After the heating is done the cane is soaked in water for about 6 hours to soften .

7. Then the weaving process is done by either hands or tools. Finally the items produced are cleaned with sand paper for softness and polished with varnish for shine. The items are then dried for about 4-5 hours and are finally ready to be used.

8. Utility Basis: Basketry: 1. Conical basket 2. Semi-conical basket 3. Flat basket Each basket varying from each region. Like the tribe Apatani uses the flat shaped basket where as the rest of the tribe use conical shaped basket.

9. Accessories: Bag Headgears Tools: Containers and H andcrafted mugs Smoking pipe

10. The competition is with the goods making machine Lack of new methods and tools Lack of work place Low marketing Low financial support Problems Faced

11. Certain measurements are to be taken by the government for sustaining the handicraft culture of Arunachal: Supply raw materials Provide workplaces Create awareness Making handicraft a priority International relations Building more industries on the cause, hence creating more opportunity Applicable Measurements

12. As a normal citizen, we don’t really have the privilege to take the measurements that the government should be taking. so here are certain measurements that we as a public could take which are as follows: Prefer hand made goods over machine made goods Hold and organise exhibitions Sponsor the local artisans Promote handicraft by advertising Engaging in online business

13. Bamboo & Cane Handcrafted pictures

14. Conclusion After a glimpse on the handcrafts of Arunachal P radesh we come on terms that handcrafts are an important factor to sustain a culture. Few necessary measurements on how to keep bamboo & cane handcraft going were also mentioned and should not be taken for granted. Because ultimately, loss of culture is loss of identity. Thank You

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