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India: Crafts and papier-mâché

Categories: South Asia, India, Arts & Culture, Citizen Media

Paavani writes on the incredible craft [1] of papier-mâché.”So how did this amazing craft reach to India, that too paradise of earth (Kashmir). Sultan Zain-ul-Adidin was the person behind bringing it to the valley in 15th century. Kashmir is famous for papier-mâché intricate painted tiny boxes and huge vases.”