Jhabua

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1. Bows & Arrows Rs. 30-80

Bows & Arrows are made in all the blocks of the district.The bhils use them for their self-defense.The artistic bows & arrows shown in the picture are used for interior decoration and as gift items.

Bows & Arrows

2.Chomal Rs. 50-250


Chomal,traditionally used as cushion to carry matkas on the head,or more decorated ones in marriages & other auspicious ceremonies. Today well decorated chomals, with beautiful colors , form the part of drawing rooms of rich & famous.

3.Dolls Rs. 40-2250

Jhabua dolls now enjoy a national fame.They represent the tribal men & women in colorful traditional dresses along with their paraphernalia.The dolls come in various shapes & sizes; in groups & pairs; in decorative casings or open.They are used as artifacts for drawing rooms & as gift items.

4.Bandi Rs. 100-500

Bandi (Half coat) it is the traditional suit of tribals of this district.It was very much liked by the former prime minister Mr.Rajiv Gandhi, during his Jhabua visit.Modern Youth also like the bandi very much.

5.Galsan Mala Rs. 50-350

Galsan mala (bead necklace) is traditionally worn by the tribal women.They come in very beautiful colors. Now bead necklaces are made keeping in mind the latest designs & fashions.Undoubtedly today they are the first choice of all the women.

6.Block Prints Rs. 100-300


Block Prints are made by the tribal artisan of the district.Artisans use different types of natural dyes & blocks in different designs to print the clothes.The block prints are used in household purpose & other daily use clothes.The block prints are so attractive & durable that it has caught the attention of housewives.Now used mainly as bed covers, table clothes,curtains & dress wear

7.Mud Artifacts Rs. 25-150

Mud artifacts: in this traditional art form horses,elephant etc. are carved on garden pots (gamlas) & other articles in modern designs.They are used for decoration & as gift items.

8.Panja Durri Rs. 18-30 (per sqft)

Panja durri (carpet) is a special & distinguished art made using the iron panja(hand) by the local tribals.The carpet is very durable & cheap too and has multiple uses. This is also made on Jaipuri pattern with various designs & colors.

9.Pithora Rs. 250-2000

Pithora art of Jhabua is universally acknowledged. This art consists of a wide range of pictures and images of elephants, horses and other pet animals in addition to the common mileu of tribal culture. Pema Fatia, a tribal artist has won National award for this art.

10.Bead Work Rs. 60-150


Bead work is done by women of the district to make designs using beads of various colors on thick & soft cloth, which further stitched as purses,chunnis,file covers etc. These beautiful beadwork articles are used for home decoration ,gift items & articles of daily use.

11. Bohni Rs. 250

Bohni(tribal baskets) made by tribals using bamboo. Baskets are hardy & look very attractive. These are used by tribals for broadcasting seeds & for other household purposes. Small decorative baskets are used for decorative purposes & gift items.

12.Bamboo Rs. 20-150

Bamboo art is a unique art in which different types of baskets,night lamps,pen stands & other articles are made by the tribals.The bead work on some these articles makes them even more colorful & attractive. These are special articles used in home decoration,gift purposes & for general use.

 
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