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Handcrafted ustaart wooden clutches

Usta art is a traditional art from Bikaner, Rajasthan. Moreover, this craft involves intricate gold embossing and painting. Website describes that the craft has its origins in Persia and brought to India by Mughal emperors in the 16th century. These are some gorgeous handcrafted ustaart wooden clutches.

Initially artisans used camel hide, and later they started using materials like wood and marble to decorate with this art. Moreover, specialty of Usta art is the embossed floral and geometric patterns using 24-carat gold leaf.

Handcrafted ustaart wooden clutches

Handcrafted ustaart wooden clutches
Handcrafted ustaart wooden clutch from kalavaati.com

Look at this gorgeous wooden clutch embellished with usta art embossed patterns. So, this beautiful clutch with heritage artwork is perfect for parties, events, weddings, occasions etc.

Handcrafted vintage look clutches

Handcrafted ustaart wooden clutches
Handcrafted ustaart wooden clutch from kalavaati.com

Look at this gorgeous wooden clutch embellished with usta art embossed patterns. So, this beautiful clutch with heritage artwork is perfect for parties, events, weddings, occasions etc.

Handcrafted heritage art wooden clutches

Handcrafted ustaart wooden clutches
Handcrafted ustaart wooden clutch from kalavaati.com

Look at this gorgeous wooden clutch embellished with usta art embossed patterns. So, this beautiful clutch with heritage artwork is perfect for parties, events, weddings, occasions etc.

Many artforms get extinct because of various reasons. Some of the reasons- skilled artisans stop practicing the craft, craft is not passed on to next generations for many reasons, high production costs etc.

Unfortunately Usta art is now endangered due to high production costs and dwindling artisan numbers. But efforts are going to revive the artform/craft and hopefully this craft flourishes again.

If you love heritage arts, vintage look products and love collecting/using/gifting these products, these gorgeous handcrafted ustaart wooden clutches are a great find. Moreover, these beautiful wooden clutches go well with modern/traditional/contemporary outfits and they are a great way to flaunt your love for heritage arts and great gifting options too.

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