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Marking the features of a face on the Mask

Project FUEL2018/2018

Project FUEL

Project FUEL
India

The wooden masks are inspired by the characters from mythology, Gods and Goddesses that the villagers in Uttarakhand worship. Using a measuring tape, the artisan marks the places where different features of face will be carved. The process to draw and measure the wooden piece is called ‘Naksha and Napayi’.

Details

  • Title: Marking the features of a face on the Mask
  • Creator: Project FUEL
  • Date Created: 2018/2018
  • Location: Urgam Valley, Chamoli District, Uttarakhand
  • Subject Keywords: Masks, Mask making, Mukhota, Uttarakhand, Homespun, Ramman, Intangible Cultural Heritage, Urgam valley, Garhwal, Chamoli, Crafts, Craftsmen, Artisan
  • Type: Mask Making
  • Contributor: Uttarakhand Handloom and Handicraft Development Council (UHHDC)
  • External Link: https://www.uttarakhandcrafts.com/
  • Project: Project FUEL in collaboration with Uttarakhand Handloom and Handicraft Development Council (UHHDC) brings forth 'Homespun in Uttarakhand' to present life lessons of seven master artisans, who bring these craft forms to life. An episodic series, 'Homespun in Uttarakhand' aims to narrate their personal stories and their passion celebrating the unrecognised & dying craft practices, which need preservation.
  • Director: Ajitesh Sharma

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