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Cane and Bamboo Craft




Cane and Bamboo Craft is one of the traditional tribal crafts in India. North Eastern States of India are famous for their handicrafts based on cane and bamboo. These are readily available in different styles and motifs. The items made out of cane and bamboo includes furniture, tribal costumes, household items, caps, musical instruments, and decorative items. Other products include sofa sets, murhas, mats, chairs, tables, and cane belts.

Cane and bamboo have remained integral parts of life in Assam. The State produces a large variety of beautiful bamboo products like baskets, mugs for rice beer, hukkas, musical instruments, floor mats, fishing devices and handles. West Bengal has a tradition of fine work bamboo baskets, which are used for ceremonial purposes. Master craftsmen make winnowing baskets, special Pitaras, oval boxes, oblong caskets, and flower baskets. In the south, Tamil Nadu is famous for its kora grass mats. The most delicate mats in the world are made in Kerala.



Updated on 7th June, 2005

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