Introduction to Rajasthan
Rajasthan is India's largest state, with 33 regions covering a total area of 342,239 square
kilometres.This seemingly vast wilderness, located in the northwestern part of the Indian
subcontinent, has rich cultural and artistic traditions that span hundreds of years of political and
social change, in addition to the extreme weather. Rajasthan welcomes everything, from
magnificent palaces and casties to thatched-roof houses. Rajasthan is a magical refuge with
ancient traditions, natural beauty, and a rich heritage. In keeping with the famous architectural
wonders, the local art has evolved in tandem with the tourism industry, elevating it to the status it
now enjoys. It is most well-known for its blue clay, painting, sculpture, wood and sandals,
carpets, metals, leather, lac work, weaving, and so on. (eyeonasia.gov.sg, 1997)
Introduction to Jaipur
Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II and is
popularly known as the Pink City.The city is steeped in history and culture, with broad avenues
and expansive gardens.The past is brought to life in magnificent forts and pink-hued palaces
where the maharajas once resided. Jaipur,"Pink City," is one of India's most popular tourist
destinations.Jaipur was named the seventh best place to visit in Asia in the 2008 .
It is the capital city of the state of Rajasthan and an important stop on the Golden Triangle tourist
circuit, along with Delhi and Agra.
Handicrafts in Jaipur are referred to as one of the unique and distinctive elements of Jaipur
culture, with categories ranging from small to large that define the true art and purity of Jaipur.
In the past, the art and craft form in Jaipur played an important role in making the city a
destination for pure art without the ingredients of artificially becoming state-of-the-art in
Rajasthan. (jaipuronline.in, 1995)
Climate
The climate in Jaipur is semi-arid.Temperatures remain comparatively high throughout the
year.The summer season begins in April and lasts until July.The temperature rises to an average
of 30 degrees Celsius. During the months of August and September, the city experiences
monsoon showers with frequent thunderstorms.Every year, Jaipur receives over 650 mm of
rain.With pleasant weather in October, the city experiences winters from November to February.
During this season, the temperature ranges from 5 to 15 degrees Celsius.In the winter, there is no
humidity, but the city is dominated by a dense fog cover in the mornings and evenings.In this
season, cold waves can cause temperatures to drop below freezing.Jaipur is extremely hot in the
summer and cold in the winter, though the nights are cooler all year.Because the weather in the
summer is humid, drinking plenty of water is essential for staying fit.Even after the extremely
hot summers, the monsoon season is not a welcome relief.These are months of travel.
(jaipur.org.uk)
Geographical Importance
The city of Jaipur has a total area of 4292.6 square kilometres, measuring 180 kilometres east to
west and 110 kilometres north to south.
Jaipur is located at an elevation of 431/1717 metres above sea level, resulting in a dry climate
with very high temperatures all year round, surrounded on all sides by the Aravalli Hills.The
hills also shield Jaipur from the desert's harsh and climate.The Alwar region is affected by the
eastern border, while Nagaur and Ajmer are located on the western side of Jaipur.
(wikipedia.org)
Demographics
The city of Jaipur has a total area of 4292.6 square kilometres, measuring 180 kilometres east to
west and 110 kilometres north to south.
According to the preliminary report of the 2011 census, the city of Jaipur had a population of
3,073,350 people.The area of the Jaipur Municipal Corporation has grown from 200 square
kilometres in 1991 to 288 square kilometres in 2001. (census2011.co.in)
CULTURE
Jaipur is located in the eastern Rajasthan, this city is populor for its fabulous forts and beautiful
palaces.It is the country's first planned city and has magnificent architecture.The buildings here
are made with pink-painted sandstone which is why it is known as the Pink City.The city has an
incredible rich cultural heritage, which can be seen in its traditions, customs, lifestyle, art, and
architecture.
The huge fortresses of Mughal and Rajput reigns located in the city like , the Hawa Mahal,
Amber Fort, Jal Mahal aptly describe the culture of the city, Choomar and Chari are two popular
local dances.Sarangi and Ektara are two traditional instruments used while singing folk songs.
We can see culture and traditions in the city's food or local delicacies.There is nothing like
Jaipur's mouthwatering mongodi, gatte ki sabi, ker sangri, and papad ki sabji.khichdi, buttermilk,
sohan hwalwa and lots more.Carved silver jewelery, kundan and meenakari jewelery, ivory
carved sculptures, wood work, and leather goods are all exquisitely crafted and will undoubtedly
catch your eye. Jaipur is well-known for its blue pottery, miniature paintings, and traditional
clothing with bandhani, zari, and zardosi work, and these are undoubtedly the best examples of
the rich culture. (jaipuronline.in)
Art and crafts
Previously, mughal and rajput rulers invited skilled artists and craftspeople from India and other
countries to display and share their talents with the people of Jaipur. Many of them settled here,
resulting in the city's development as a haven of rich art and culture. Some of the talents of
artisans include; Bandhani,Block printing,Stone carving and sculpture, Zari, Gota, Kinari and
Zardozi, Silver jewelry, Gems, Kundan, Meenakari and Jewellery,Miniature paintings, Blue
pottery, Ivory carving, Leather ware,etc. As far as performing arts is concerned jaipur has its
own performing arts jaipur gharana of kathak is one Tamasha is another such example.
(incredibleindia.org)
Cuisine
The delectable cuisines available in Jaipur are well-known throughout India; dishes such as Dal
Bati Churma, Missi Roti, Ker Sangri, and sweets such as Ghevar, Feeni, Gajak, Chauguni ke
laddu, and Moong Thal, to name a few.Rajasthani cuisine is generally vegetarian and high in
nutrients due to the use of ghee and butter. (visittnt.com)
FAIRS AND FESTIVALS
This city hosts a number of fairs and festivals throughout the year.Festival,jaipur literature
festival,Shitla Mata Fair,teez,Chaksu Fair,Kite festival,Chhat ka mela, and other events are held
here.During these seasons, the city becomes even more alive and beautiful. (visittnt.com)
Introduction to blue pottery
The Arts and Crafts of India have generally been isolated sequentially based on culture or
controlling administration, ascendant religion, and further assignment by media, executes,
methods, geological conditions, imply, and utility. India has long been known for its diverse
culture and traditional transformation of beginning things. There are numerous examples of a
long queue of people who kept coming in never-ending streams, dying down, blending with the
locals, and exchanging knowledge, experience, and abilities. Blue pottery is also an example of a
similar transformation that has an impact on Persian, Turkish, and Chinese pottery.
Blue Pottery or Blue Glaze stoneware is a bygone and extraordinary art that has been practised in
India since its arrival.It was once a Persia-specific craft that Mughals brought to India and later
criticised by the Indian ruler.Jaipur has emerged as the primary community for supplying the
popular with Blue ceramics articles.Blue stoneware, as the category suggests, is primarily made
in a blue tone.However, with the passage of time and the availability of early shadings, artisans
are employing a variety of tones.The name of the craftsmanship comes from the eye-catching
Persian blue shading used in it.
The unique feature that distinguishes Blue Pottery from any other earthenware procedure being
polished all over the world is that the lone stoneware method does not use mud.This blue
ceramics strategy is from another country.It is a blend of Chinese coating innovation and Persian
enriching expressions. Blue ceramics gained popularity among the locals, and many began
learning this art early on. The majority of the kumbhar (earthenware) familles also transitioned
from dealing with red mud to blue stoneware later on, on a larger scale. (wikipedia.org)
Introduction to blue pottery of Jaipur
Sawal Jal Singh I founded the city of Jaipur in 1727 by the early nineteenth century, the city had
established itself as a thriving craftsmanship community. Regarding his ancestors' customs,
Sawai Ram Singh II established a school of craftsmanship and continued to empower specialists
and skilled workers.
Sawal Rom Singh Il attended a kite flying meeting and observed kite aces occupied with the light
with two Achnera siblings (close to Agra).
When the ruler saw that the siblings Churaman and Kaluram had figured out how to cut down
the illustrious kites almost entirely without foil, he was enthralled.
He inquired about their mystery. They revealed to him that they were potters by trade and had
covered their strings in the same blue-green glass that they used to make their pots Sawal Ram
Singh 2nd was so intrigued that he invited the siblings to stay in Jaipur.As a result, their family
left Achnera and settled in the Ganga Meharon Ki Gali (a) read) within the four walls of the Pink
City. Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh Il established his School of Arts and Industries in Kishanpole
Bazar in 1866, and Churaman was elevated to the top of the Blue Pottery area. As a result, this
craftsmanship was used to demonstrate this exceptional type of coated stoneware at his new
craftsmanship school.
Later, the lord sent nearby craftsmen to Delhi to be further trained in the art.
A few examples of older earthenware work can be found in the Rombagh Palace, where the
wellsprings are tiled in blue. (ritiriwaz.com)
GI Tag and significance
A Gearaphical Indication is a trade name used for certain products which belong to a specific
location or origin. The authorised people of a particular region are only allowed to use the
product name. The product with unique qualities are also certified by GI tag as intellectual
property of that community.
The first Indian product to get Gl tag was the Darjeeling tea in 2003 and ever since then, 191
more items are given and 100 more products waiting to be approved. Jaipurs blue pottery was
given its Gl tag in 2008 with Gl number 74. (oneindia.com)
SIGNIFICANCE OF GI TAG
GI marked products have an increased price in the international market and hence its export gets
a boost therefore benefiting the poor formers/ artisans from that particulor region which
Indirectly leads to sustainable development and also lace less compoution from sellers selling
lake products. The GI tag helps as guarantors of quality as well as source identifiers, but
trademarks belong to a single company. Through this, the local community also gets
encouragement and respect which they deserve through highlighting the artisans' name, their
region, and the years of experience. (blog.ipleaders.in)
Product Range
Initially, the craft was used in decorating the temples, mosques and places. But with the new
interventions and market, a whole new range of products are introduced along with traditional
ones.
Blue Pottery has been producing a variety of products which ranges from Kitchenware to
Bathroom accessories, each having intricate unique designs. The price ranges from Rs.50 to
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