Arts of Kashmir wood

The rich heritage of handicrafts of Kashmir is unique and diverse as its customs and traditions. All parts of the country has its unique cultural ethos that is manifested in the crafts of the region.

The wood carving industry in the life of Kashmiri walnut that grows in the valley. Walnut Kashmir has a fine texture and smooth grain, making the expensive wood. Add to that the ability of Carver and the finished product isreach of most buyers. The price for the wooden part of the trade depends on the grain of the wood used in the detail of the sculpture and part of the tree.

carpenters Kashmir continue to work in the style of their ancestors with the simplest of tools. The ability of Carver is not limited to small items, limiting the household, but also extends to the design of wooden boxes and intricate artwork.

Wood is simple, but effective, as obtained fromRubbing oil Bel-fruit. Wood has not taken the longest relationship with the people of stone age. Our ancestors used to dress at home and eat. With different cut and different types of wood from Kashmir to recognize that knowledge necessary for human survival. And so various types of carpentry such as wood carvers and furniture makers emerged in Kashmir.

Kashmir has a long history with its wood craftsPrimetime during Vijayanagar Empire (1336AD). woodworkers therefore highly respected by royalty, because wood craft was considered an art and a craft. Woodcrafts can be found everywhere in Kashmir, on wooden doors, pillars, walls, in remote villages, cities, modern buildings, temples, and you will be amazed by the variety of styles of this craft.