Usta Kaam – Gesso painting
The craft derives its name from its makers, the Usta, a community of craftsmen who migrated from Multan in Pakistan to the mughal court at Delhi and later, on being invited by Raja Rai singh, to Bikaner.
Gesso...
Crafts of Rajasthan - Damascening (Koftgari)
The art of damascening was bought in India by Persian craftsmen after Mughal ruler’s invasion in 16th century. Furthermore, the patronages of Rajasthan Kings made this art flourish in...