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Lacquer Art, India
Lacquer art with its impressive shine and gloss has gained prominence in India.

Lacquer Art of Jaipur - Pen Holder"Lacquer", the term is generated from the Portuguese word "lac" which connotes a type of resin which emanates from certain insects. In India, lacquer is derived from the excretion of an insect which is named as `Tachardia Lacca`. Bengal and Madhya Pradesh are well known for the production of resin. In modern usage, lac based varnishes and craft has gained importance in India

Lacquer art in India is popular for its smoothness and shine. Lacquer art is a harmonious blend of wood art and metal work. The craftsman starts the work whilst carving out the pattern on wood. The design is then pasted on the sheet of ply wood. This offers a smooth texture. In India lacquer art is mainly used in embellishing ornaments. Kerala is renowned for its lacquer art and artisans.

In India, lacquer art has gained prominence in Ernakulam, Tamil Nadu also. The themes, designs and patterns in lacquer art here range from stories of myths and legends to performing arts and even to flora and fauna to the serene backwaters. Beautiful motifs of butterflies, colorful peacocks, utility items like key chains, candle stands are some of the most common form of lacquer art in India.

(Last Updated on : 21/05/2011)
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