Sikki Grass of Bihar Buddha Sitting Pipli Applique Work The craft requires softening of

The craft requires softening of leather and turning the leather as white as possible for the light to permeate

And Flat Woven With Reversible Design

Banaras wood carvings are used to adorn a wide range of wooden objects and structures

abundant in the wetlands of North Bihar

It showcases the intricate craftsmanship of Ettikopaka artisans and serves as a symbol of devotion and tradition

Sikki Grass of Bihar Buddha Sitting Pipli Applique Work The craft requires softening ofThe art of making items from sikki grass is an ancient one in the province of Bihar. Sikki is dried and the flower head is cut off. The resulting fine golden fibre is used in weaving to make toys, dolls, and baskets (dolchi). Items are sometimes painted. Items are sometimes painted. Boxes made of sikki known as pauti are given to daughters by parents on the occasion of their wedding. he boxes are used to hold sindoor, ornaments, and jewellery.