Jatayu Cheriyal Mask – Hand-painted Telangana Folk Art

Jatayu Cheriyal Mask – Hand-painted Telangana Folk ArtDrawing its name from the village of Cheriyal, which is about 100 kilometres away from Hyderabad in Telangana, this Mask is a 400 year old traditional art form. Wandering storytellers used painted Cheriyal masks to build intrigue for the gathered crowd in any festival to tell religious stories and folklore. This decorative Jatayu wall masks are painstakingly handmade using the traditional techniques with natural items like tamarind seed powder and saw

The Kireedam (Crown): The doll features a tall

which is a style of painting practiced in the Mithila region

originally used for leather shadow puppets

Versatile Ethnic Accessory: Ideal for festive occasions

depicting the iconic feminine face that recurs across South India's temple wall paintings

The wide-eyed feminine face is a signature image in Kerala mural painting

Infuse your space with the grace and heritage of Kerala— enhance every tea time with this stunning lotus -themed coaster set that blends artistry and functionality effortlessly

Dimension : 20 inches x 7

flat colour blocking and strong outlines drawn from leather shadow-puppetry

or a meaningful cultural gift

this exquisite piece adds a touch of heritage to your living space

Dimension : Length of the neck piece : 21