Man Working On Potters Lathe Patchithra (10x12inch) Bastar Iron Craft These bangles had no joints

These bangles had no joints and were locally known as "Kadechhal Ki Chudi"

Whether worn at weddings

The holes allow a shadow effect which looks mesmerizing in dim lights

and electroplating

Man Working On Potters Lathe Patchithra (10x12inch) Bastar Iron Craft These bangles had no jointsOdisha Patchitra, also known as Odisha Pattachitra, is a traditional and intricate art form originating from the state of Odisha in eastern India. "Patta" means cloth and "chitra" means painting, so Pattachitra refers to the art of painting on cloth. This ancient art form has been practiced for centuries and holds great cultural and religious significance in Odisha. Patchitra paintings are typically created on a specially prepared cotton cloth or