Traditionnellement, ces plaques d'argile étaient exclusivement destinées aux sanctuaires du sud du Rajasthan consacrés aux ancêtres, héros et divinités.

Location:

musée du quai Branly

About the author(s)

Author:

Mohan Lal Kumhar

Born:

4th Feb, 1939

Country:

Inde

See more about this author on Wikipedia:

Mohanlal Chaturbhuj Kumhar is an artisan of Rajasthan. He won the Shilp Guru award in 2003 for his skills in terracotta sculpture. Born in 1939 he is resident of Nathdwara. In 23rd Surajkund Crafts Mela. Mohan Lal Chaturbhuj of Rajasthan was also awarded the precious Kalamani for his works in terracotta. He has participated in promoting this traditional art in various countries like Spain, USA and Australia. The Government of India awarded him the civilian honour of Padma Shri in 2012. Read more...