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. |
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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.
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| 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. |
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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. |
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| 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. |
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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
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| 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. |
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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. |
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| 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. |
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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.
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| 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. |
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| 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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