Arts of Bihar
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{{Short description|Traditional arts and cultural practices of Bihar, India}} |
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| ⚫ | '''Arts of Bihar''' |
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| ⚫ | '''Arts of Bihar''' include the traditional painting styles, folk music, dance forms, and handicrafts practiced in the Indian state of [[Bihar]].{{cite web |title=Art & Culture |url=https://state.bihar.gov.in/tourism/CitizenHome.html |website=Government of Bihar |access-date=28 April 2026}} |
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| ⚫ | Bihar has |
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| ⚫ | Bihar has a long cultural history and is known for folk and religious art traditions associated with different regions of the state.{{cite book |last=Ojha |first=P. N. |title=Bihar, Past & Present |publisher=Kashi Prasad Jayaswal Research Institute |year=1976}} |
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== Painting traditions == |
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== Painting == |
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[[Madhubani painting]], also |
[[Madhubani painting]], also called Mithila painting, originated in the Mithila region of Bihar. The paintings traditionally use natural colours and often depict Hindu deities, nature, and geometric designs.{{cite web |title=Madhubani Painting |url=https://indianculture.gov.in/food-and-culture/traditional-art-forms/madhubani-painting |website=Indian Culture Portal |access-date=28 April 2026}} Manjusha art is a folk art style from the [[Bhagalpur]] region. It is associated with the traditional story of Bihula and Bishari.{{cite web |title=Manjusha Art |url=https://www.incredibleindia.gov.in/en/bihar/bhagalpur/manjusha-art |website=Incredible India |access-date=28 April 2026}} Patna Kalam was a painting style that developed in [[Patna]] during the Mughal and British periods. The style mainly portrayed daily life and local scenes.{{cite book |last=Archer |first=Mildred |title=Company Paintings: Indian Paintings of the British Period |publisher=Victoria and Albert Museum |year=1992}} |
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=== Manjusha art === |
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'''Manjusha art''' is a folk painting tradition associated with the [[Bhagalpur]] region of Bihar. The art form is connected with the folk tale of Bihula and Bishari and is known for its snake motifs and vibrant colours.{{cite web |title=Manjusha Art |url=https://www.incredibleindia.gov.in/en/bihar/bhagalpur/manjusha-art |website=Incredible India |access-date=28 April 2026}} |
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=== Patna Kalam === |
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'''Patna Kalam''' was a style of painting that developed in [[Patna]] during the Mughal and colonial periods. It focused on scenes from daily life, local markets, and festivals.{{cite book |last=Archer |first=Mildred |title=Company Paintings: Indian Paintings of the British Period |publisher=Victoria and Albert Museum |year=1992}} |
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== Performing arts == |
== Performing arts == |
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| ⚫ | [[Folk music]] in Bihar is commonly performed in [[Bhojpuri language|Bhojpuri]], [[Maithili language|Maithili]], and [[Magahi language|Magahi]] songs are performed during festivals, weddings, and seasonal celebrations.{{cite web |title=Folk Music of Bihar |url=https://ccrtindia.gov.in/folk-art-forms.php |website=Centre for Cultural Resources and Training |access-date=28 April 2026}} |
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=== Folk music === |
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=== Folk dances === |
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Popular folk dances of Bihar include: |
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* Bidesia |
* Bidesia |
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* Paika dance |
* [[Paiki dance|Paika dance]] |
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These dances are |
These dances are connected with festivals and social ceremonies.{{cite web |title=Cultural life of Bihar |url=https://www.britannica.com/place/Bihar-state-India/Cultural-life |website=Encyclopaedia Britannica |access-date=28 April 2026}} |
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== Handicrafts == |
== Handicrafts == |
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| ⚫ | Sikki grass craft is practiced mainly in northern Bihar. Artisans make decorative items and household products using sikki grass.{{cite web |title=Sikki Craft |url=https://dastkarandhra.com/sikki-grass-craft-bihar/ |website=Dastkar Andhra |access-date=28 April 2026}} [[Sujini embroidery|Sujni embroidery]] is a traditional embroidery style from Bihar that uses running stitches to create decorative patterns on cloth.{{cite web |title=Sujni Embroidery |url=https://artsandculture.google.com/story/sujni-embroidery/ |website=Google Arts & Culture |access-date=28 April 2026}} |
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=== Sikki grass craft === |
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Sikki grass craft is practiced mainly in northern Bihar. Decorative and utility items are made using dried golden-coloured grass known as sikki.{{cite web |title=Sikki Craft |url=https://dastkarandhra.com/sikki-grass-craft-bihar/ |website=Dastkar Andhra |access-date=28 April 2026}} |
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=== Sujni embroidery === |
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== See also == |
== See also == |
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