CENTER FOR ART AND ARCHAEOLOGY

Subject: Bajabala Toy. A terracotta model of a musician. Odisha is known for its lineage of skilled artisans of terracotta pottery. Products range from those belonging to ritualistic ceremonies to artifacts of utilitarian and artistic significance. Front view of the figurine. This object was procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Bajabala Toy. A terracotta model of a musician. Odisha is known for its lineage of skilled artisans of terracotta pottery. Products range from those belonging to ritualistic ceremonies to artifacts of utilitarian and artistic significance. Back view of the figurine. This object was procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Fish Key Holder. A decorative wooden key holder. This object was procured from Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Necklace. A necklace with a peacock motif made using dhokra craft. Dhokra is a craft made by the lost-wax casting technique in which a molten metal is poured into a mold that has been created by means of a wax model. This object has been procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Puja Thali. A puja thali is a tray or large container on which the entire puja materials are accumulated and decorated. This plate maintains an auspicious role during rituals. This object was procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.

Subject: Puja Thali. A puja thali is a tray or large container on which the entire puja materials are accumulated and decorated. This plate maintains an auspicious role during rituals. This object was procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.

Subject: Papachha. Sabai grass is one of the natural fibers plenty available in the forests of Mayurbhanj district of Odisha. The high strength of fibers makes it viable for craftwork. This is an item for interior decoration. This object was procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Table Lamp. A decorative table lamp made from golden grass craft. Golden grass is a wild grass found in many riverside villages of Odisha. The dried up grass strands are used to make decorative and utility items. This object has been procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Mat. Golden grass is a wild grass found in many riverside villages of Odisha. The dried up grass strands are used to make decorative and utility items such as this table mat. This object was procured from Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Brass Puja Basket. A brass puja basket that is used to store and carry puja samigri or accessories used during rituals. This object has been procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Wooden Tray. A decorative wooden tray. This object has been procured by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Design Cell.

Subject: Coconut Teacup. Coconut is a common fruit in Odisha, its endospermic shell is hard and durable. These are used in crafts by intricate whittling of the shell and fashioning them into shapes such as this cup. This object has been procured by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Design Cell.

Subject: Coconut Teacup. Coconut is a common fruit in Odisha, its endospermic shell is hard and durable. These are used in crafts by intricate whittling of the shell and fashioning them into shapes such as this cup. This object has been procured by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Design Cell.

Subject: Coconut Teacup. Coconut is a common fruit in Odisha, its endospermic shell is hard and durable. These are used in crafts by intricate whittling of the shell and fashioning them into shapes such as this cup. This object was procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Design Cell.

Subject: Coconut Teacup. Coconut is a common fruit in Odisha, its endospermic shell is hard and durable. These are used in crafts by intricate whittling of the shell and fashioning them into shapes such as this cup. This object was procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Design Cell.

Subject: Dasavatar Pana. A wall hanging with the dashavatara (ten incarnations) of Vishnu. Dashavatara are the ten incarnations of Vishnu: Matsya; Kurma; Varaha; Narasimha; Vamana; Parashurama; Rama; Krishna or Balarama; Buddha or Krishna; and Kalki. This object was procured from Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Dasavatar Pana. A wall hanging with the dashavatara (ten incarnations) of Vishnu. Dashavatara are the ten incarnations of Vishnu: Matsya; Kurma; Varaha; Narasimha; Vamana; Parashurama; Rama; Krishna or Balarama; Buddha or Krishna; and Kalki. This object was procured from Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Surai. A terracotta surai or water pot. Odisha is known for its lineage of skilled artisans of terracotta pottery. Terracotta crafts being water and weather proof are popular as indoor objects as well as outdoor decoration. Products range from those belonging to ritualistic ceremonies to artifacts of utilitarian and artistic significance. This object has been procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Surai. A terracotta surai or water pot. Odisha is known for its lineage of skilled artisans of terracotta pottery. Terracotta crafts being water and weather proof are popular as indoor objects as well as outdoor decoration. Products range from those belonging to ritualistic ceremonies to artifacts of utilitarian and artistic significance. This object has been procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Bamboo Flower Vase. A decorative flower vase made of bamboo. In bamboo craft, bamboo grass is slivered into thin and flat strips that are woven into objects. This object has been procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Flower Vase . A decorative metal flower vase. This object was procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.

Subject: Flower Vase. A decorative metal flower vase. This object was procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.

Subject: Deepa Stand. This is a wooden stand used for lighting lamps during puja ceremonies. This object has been procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: EPW Cast Jug. A brass jug. This object was procured from State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.