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Leather Craft in Rajasthan
Leather Craft comprise of souvenirs, handbags, lampshades, flasks, water pots, perfume vases and trendy jewelry boxes.

Rajasthani leather craft is famous worldwide. The local people are blessed with craftsmanship. As a result the end products are worth checking out. The leather craft in Rajasthan mainly constitutes of goods made of camel hide. These are available in almost all parts of Rajasthan. But Bikaner is popular as the center where leather gods are manufactured. For tourist the leather goods are of great interest for as a work of art as well as possessions. The leather goods are also exported to different parts of the world from the state.

The history of craftsmanship in Rajasthan is rooted in ancient India. In the tribal communities crafts were a part of day-to-day life. In certain places the artisans worked under royal patronages. However with changes in the social system the patrons disappeared and the condition of the artists and his craft deteriorated. However the crafts in India were revived. As far as Rajasthan is concerned it contributes considerably to the state`s economy.

Mojaris Leather Craft in Rajasthan The most popular Rajasthani leather goods are the Jootis or Mojaris (Leather Sandals). The upper sides of these sandals have ornate embroideries. If the traveler is looking for something simple then he or she can opt of nagra sandals. In the leather crafts industry both the men and women participate. While the men do the tanning, cutting and stitching, the women do the ornamentation and embroidery. Jaipur and Jodhpur are traditionally known for such exquisite footwear.

Besides these souvenirs are also available in leather. Handbags, saddles, pouches, lampshades, hip flasks, water pots and perfume vases are also a part of Rajasthani leather craft.

(Last Updated on : 25/11/2008)
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