Thirukannur Papier Mache Craft

Thirukannur Papier Mache

Is a Critical art of Design Visualization. The Craft is made of Coarse Paper Pulp mixed with Lime Stone, Copper sulphate & Rice Flour to obtain a paste. The Paste is moulded into a desired design & is lacquered with vivid Bright colours.

Thirukannur Papier Mache

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Thirukannur Papier Mache Craft

The Craft is Made of Coarse Paper Pulp mixed with Lime Stone, Copper sulphate and Rice Flour to obtain a paste. The Paste is moulded into a desired shape and design by Master craftsmen and then a Artist sketches the boundaries of the Craft and lacquers it with vivid Bright colours.


Hallmark:

Initial Conceptualization of the Design, plotting of the design on the mould, requires great Skill and Experience. Profound Detailing, Elaborate Decorations, Play of Vivid Bright Colour are hall mark of Tirukanur Papier Mache craft. Thirukannur Paper Mache Craft has been Conferred with the Geographical Indication (GI) status by the Government of India in 2010 with GI Number 155.

Uniqueness:

Period of Origin – 18th Century
Excellent Workmanship.
Profound Detailing.
Vivid Bright Colours.
The arts and crafts of Tamil Nadu have found mention in the archives of Kautilya.

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