Origin : Etikoppaka
Most Popular Item : Lac Bangles
Other Items : Flower vases, dolls, small containers, bowls
and stools etc.
Wood Variety Used : Ankudu Karra
This is the craft of the application of lacquer on wood in pleasing
shades to create a distinctive appeal. Etikoppaka in Andhra Pradesh
is the hometown of this craft.It is said that this craft originated
in the neighboring Nakkapalli village before it spread to
Etikoppaka, its present home. The proximity to the forest area with
plenty of yield of Ankudu Karra, a light species of wood, promoted
the concentration of this art in Etikoppaka.
Lacquering is done on a lathe, hand - or machine - operated. For
turning slender and delicate items, the hand-lathe is preferred. Lac
is applied in a dry state. That is, the lacstick is pressed against
the woodenware to be lacquered. As the latter keeps revolving the
heat from friction softens the lac, enabling the colour to stick.
Designs are painted with a brush on figures, objects and toys. These
articles are made by using lathes, known as "Turned Toys".
The lac bangles are the most popular lacquer ware. In ancient
times, these bangles were studded with gold and precious stones
attaching a status symbol. Today, they are available with beads,
stones and mirrors in attractive colours and designs to add to the
beauty of a woman in the most economical way. At present, the
artisans have also involved to making the decorative items as flower
vases, dolls, small containers, bowls and stools etc.
The Lad bazar on the Charminar road is the major lac bangle market
in the city. One can bargain for the price in this market.The lac
bangles are a must on the wrists of every Hyderabadi bride. What
else could bring out the color and festivity of a once-in-a-lifetime
occasion.
WHERE TO SHOP :
Lepakshi Handicrafts Emporium, Gun foundry, Hyderabad & Minerva
Complex, S.D. Road, Secunderabad
Kalanjali Arts and Crafts, Nampally, Hyderabad
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