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The origin of pottery in India can be traced back to the neolithic age. Coarse handmade pottery in various colors such as red, orange, brown, black and cream mainly consisted of different types of bowls, jars, vessels, etc
The terra-cota objects are made by hand or on the wheel, and firing them in an open oven. The surface is rubbed and polished, with a wood or stones while it is still wet.
The first pottery unit run in India was by Sir S Deb, in Calcutta. It established the success of high-class pottery made out of local clay. Porcelain factories were set up in Gwalior and Calcutta in first decade of 20th century.
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Today, the pottery industry is run on both cottage and modern lines. Hundreds of small and big factories all over the country keep this age-old tradition alive.
Apart from commercial and sociological implications, pottery in In dia has deep religious significance. For instance, if no image of a deity is available, a water-pitcher is worshipped as 'mangalghat' (good omen). The translucent blue pottery of Delhi and
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| Jaipur, with its unique arabesque patterns, has lent a touch of grandeur to the art of pottery. Functional items like flowerpots or Diwali lamps too are a part of this fascinating tradition. |
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terracotta craft involves using clay to prepare reddish brown unglazed earthenware intended as building material. The earthenware is hand-modeled into various figurines, votive images and plaques. terracotta is molded in many states into figures inspired by local legends and iconography, and has been practiced for centuries, since the Harappan civilization.
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The rural parts of India commonly display terracotta animal figures in places of worship or in the vicinity of temples. In some parts of Indian villages, the women folk create their own forms of Gods for worship and other decorative pieces for adorning their houses.
The beautiful terracotta works are ideally used for decoration. People in states of Bihar, Bengal and Gujarat, prepare clay figures to propitiate their Gods and Goddesses, during festivals. Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh, is the home to exquisite clay figures of animals.The potters create the basic form by throwing separate pieces on the wheel and then joining them. They are then fired and then painted brilliant colors.
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In the South India, Tamilnadu is famous for the terracotta figures of the Aiyanar Deity. Huge figures are created as standing guards at the entrances of villages protecting the insiders from evil spirits. Gujarat also has votive figures like horses with riders, etc.
While retaining the aura and looks of natural terracotta, skilled Indian potters apply twists and turns, cut patterns and myriad shapes on the body to produce offbeat terracotta pots. A vast range of vases, candleholders, hanging pots, wall hangings, planters and bells are also made for home decoration and special occasions. Available in variegated designs these terracotta items seem quite popular with the international buyers.
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