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State of Bihar, India

State of Bihar, India

Bihar is a state in northern India. It is the 12th largest state in terms of geographical size and 3rd largest by population. Of the many interesting crafts of Bihar, Madhubani Paintings are most famous, which are mostly practiced in the region of Mithila. This is a creative folk painting done mostly by women in the traditional way. These paintings portray symbolic motifs, and religious scenes. For paintings natural colors are used, which range from red, yellow, green, ochre, brown and black. Lacquerware is also a famous craft of Bihar. The use of lac has been going on for making beautiful items like boxes and bangles since early age. It is used to make decorative items and small boxes that most women use for keeping sindur. These boxes are designed with beautiful motifs. Stone works in Bihar have a rich tradition dating back to the pre-Christian era. Bihar's stone works are both of decorative and utility character. The artisans engaged in Stone Work is mostly residing around Baudh Gaya district of Bihar. 


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