Question

Find out about the history of any
craft. Write about the community
of craftsman and changes in the
techniques they use and the markets
they supply. How have these
changed in the past 50 years?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

I found out about the history of carpets around my area. The origin of carpet weaving in our area is very ancient. This can be traced back to the Buddhist and Mauryan times. The carpet weaving craft is practised by Mushhar and shepherds which are semi-nomadic. Generally-traditional and strong influence of Tibetan and Persian Art is seen in the designs. The images of Hindus Gods and deities, Natural scenarios of the hills and geometrical motifs etc.. are included. The techniques of weaving have been changed to a great extent. Now electrical appliances are also used in this process. Its market has also expanded over the time. However, due to spread of education, many people have shifted to other jobs

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Answer 2

Answer:

Kondapalli Toys are toys made from soft wood known as Tella Poniki which are found in nearby Kondapalli Hills of Krishna district, a nearby Vijayawada in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. Bommala Colony translates to Toys Colony in Kondapalli is the place where the art of crafting takes place .Kondapalli toys are famous for their light weight, vibrant colors and age-old production techniques, Each part is carved out separately. Then (makku) - a paste of tamarind seed powder & sawdust is used to join pieces together, add details and finish the toys. The later step involves coloring with either oil and watercolours or vegetable dyes and enamel paints are applied based on the type of the toys. These toys are mostly themed around mythology, animals, birds, bullock carts, rural life etc., and the most notable one is Dasavataram, dancing dolls etc.

Over the years, Kondapalli toy has become a collectible from a plaything. An integral part of the Dusshera and Sankranthi celebrations is the ‘Bommala Koluvu’ or ‘Kollu’ when toys are collected and ceremoniously displayed and most children and women would compete to have the most grand and elaborate collection. The artisans of Kondapalli would make the most business during these festivals, but these traditions are slowly vanishing and with them artisans are forced to look at measures to cut costs and switch to enamel colours instead of natural dyes. Though there was neglect of the interests and development of the Kondapalli artisans due to the advent of mechanized toys, the scenario has completely changed in recent years. The Government, Governments departments, certain institutions and organizations are  helping in developing this industry.