Written by Parul |Published: April 7, 2019 12:10:24 am
Alchemy of Art
Punjab Thathera Art Legacy works for the rejuvenation of Thathera, the only craft form from India to be inscribed in the UNESCO list of Intangible Cultural Heritage
THE constant sound of the hammer falling on the metal fills the narrow streets of Jandiala Guru, a small village located 20 kilometres from Amritsar. Here, the Thathiars, a community of metalsmiths, transform humble brass, copper and similar metals into utensils, kettles, vases and clocks. They are carrying forward a tradition that is fast losing its sheen. With their tools they painstakingly continue the craft that no longer has many takers and sustenance is a constant challenge.
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