Carving miniature vignettes: Woodcrafts of India!

Sholapith in Bengal and Sandalwood carving in Rajasthan represent two diametrically different, intricate woodcrafts in India… Typically, Walnut, Rosewood, Ebony, Teak, Sal, and most popularly, Sandalwood are used for ornamental and inlay work in India. Sandalwood carving in India can be traced back to the enriching period of temple architecture. Popularly called ‘Chandan, sandalwood has a special significance with statues of different gods and goddesses being carved from it; mostly sought after from Karnataka, where the best quality of sandalwood is said to be found. However, with the spread of this craft to many different states, of particular significance is […]