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Multi Colored Paper Mache 8 Corner Box
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This Papier-Mâché golden multicoloured eight-corner box showcases renowned Kashmiri craftsmanship, featuring hand-painted floral and Paisley designs that capture the region’s vibrant culture. Lightweight and elegant, it’s ideal for storing chocolates, jewellery, and more, adding a cultural touch to any space.
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100% Handmade
Made in India
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Product Details
- SKU Code: HD_PM_00235_GD
- Art Type : Papier Mache Art
- Material : Malleable Mixture of Paper, Glu, and Water
- Dimensions : Length-26cms, Width-18cms, Height-6cms
- Design : Floral and Paisely
- Color : Golden
- Default Title Weight: 500 gms
- Category : Decor
- Sub-category : Home Decor
- Packaging Content : Eight Corner Box X 1
- Country of Origin : India
Features
- Handcrafted by skilled artisans of Kashmir.
- Multicoloured eight-corner box adorned with captivating floral and paisley patterns.
- Biodegradable—Made from Paper, Glue, and Water.
- It’s an attractive decor piece and can also be used to store jewellery or keepsakes.
- A meaningful gift that reflects the rich artistic tradition of Kashmir.
Preserving Cultural Traditions:
Mir Syed Ali Hamdani, a Persian mystic, introduced Papier- Mâché to India in the 14th century. When he traveled to Kashmir from Persia, he brought trained artisans and craftsmen with him. The Persian technique of making Papier- Mâché blended with similar Central Asian art forms, gives rise to the unique Kashmiri Variant. Over the times, local artisans have refined this ancient craft, added their unique touches and captured global attention This ancient craft has been honed through decades, and each item reflects Kashmir's rich cultural heritage and great artistry.
Manufacturing Process
Papier-Mâché is a French term meaning "chewed paper" or "mashed paper." It describes a crafting technique in which paper is soaked and pulped to create moulded objects. In traditional Kashmiri Papier-Mâché, the creation process consists of two main stages: Sakhtsazi and Naqashi.
1. Sakhtsazi: Crafting the Foundation
- Preparation of Paper Pulp: Paper pulp is soaked in water for three to four days, then ground in a traditional stone mortar to achieve a smooth consistency.
- Shaping and Drying: The pulp is sun-dried before being mixed with atji, a natural rice glue. This mixture is then moulded using clay or wooden forms. The paper is carefully removed from the mould before it fully dries, allowing artisans to shape and coat it for a smooth finish.
- Surface Protection: A thin layer of butter paper is applied to protect the surface and prevent the outer paint from cracking.
2. Naqashi: Final Painting and Decoration
- Base Coating: A base coat of paint is applied to create a canvas for detailed artwork.
- Hand-Painted Designs: Each piece is hand-painted using a special brush made from cat tail hairs, allowing artisans to create intricate patterns. Premium pieces are made using colours derived from minerals, organic sources, and vegetables.
- Motifs: The artist draws motifs from nature, including vibrant flowers, enchanting jungle themes, and local symbols like paisley and the chinar leaf, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Kashmir.
- Finishing: The pieces are finally finished and coated with a clear lacquer for preservation and safe use.
Note
- Each product may feature slight variations in color or craftsmanship, which adds to its uniqueness and should not be viewed as defects.
- Images may differ from the actual product in form and color due to variations in screen resolutions and device settings.
- Avoid exposing the product to the sun or water.
