Many people have a special fascination for art and handicrafts. These items carry cultural and traditional values and represent an era. With hard labor and dedication the craftsmen design these items and cater to the world of art lovers. They can be called as the product of toil and artistic sense blended with traditional and cultural touch. Skill, creativity and artistic mind are the major factors on which the art pieces and handicrafts depends. A handicraft is actually an item of artistic excellence crafted beautifully and brought in use for different decorative and other purposes. Art and art craft can be seen in the clothes embroiled beautifully to represent the rich culture and tradition of an era. Jewelry and furniture items are also designed by the craftsmen with their dedication and sense of art. They can also be included in the world of handicraft as they are designed by human beings and not by any machine. Their excellence lies in the fact that they are neatly designed by hand with toil and a rare sense of art and beauty. With the help of special tools and equipments, art is crafted and designed on a piece of wood or fabric.
There are a special place for handicrafts and art pieces in the hearts of the people, especially the art lovers. They not only carry cultural and traditional importance but also show the artistic sense of the craftsmen who are genius in their own right. Handicraft and art has been enamored as a tough and respectable work that is executed by the persons who have this skill in their blood. These rare and unique items can also serve as great gifts due to their beautiful and traditional appearances. The handicraft industry is flourishing as a result of the growing inclination of people for the traditional and ethnic designs and patterns in handicrafts. There is a huge demand for ethnic gifts among the people who are charmed by the beauty and glory of these items.
Sculptured statues, embroidered costumes, wooden handicrafts, designed lamps etc. have attracted many people towards this beautiful facet of craft and art. India is the country to nurture handicraft and art crafts. This beautiful country is known for its diverse tradition and culture. Each state is renowned for its unique and individual handicrafts and art pieces. Whether it is north-eastern states of Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Tripura, Assam or northern states like Kashmir, Gujarat, Rajasthan or southern states like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Maharashtra etc. each place has its own individual and unique style of art and handicrafts. Due to this individuality, the handicrafts designed by the people of these regions are not only unique but above par excellence.
