Papier Mache: Easter Egg

This Easter egg, with a complementary acrylic stand, is genuine work of Kashmir Papier Mache depicting the golden chinar design by Padma Shri awardee artist Fayaz Ahmad Jan (b 1965) from the state of Jammu and Kashmir, India.

Artwork:
This Easter egg is genuine work of Kashmir Papier Mache with floral and birds design by the artist Fayaz Ahmad Jan, at state of Jammu and Kashmir, India.

Artist:
Mr. Fayaz Ahmad Jan (b 1965), is Padma Shri (2019) awardee, the fourth highest civil award in India for his outstanding work in handicrafts and paper Mache. He has participated in various workshops across the world including US, Europe, Middle East and Asia. His work is prominently displayed at Jaya He museum at T2, Mumbai International Airport.

Artform:
“Kashmir Paper Mache” handicraft was brought to medieval India from Persia in the 14th century, is protected under the Geographic Indication Act 1999 of Government of India. The popular designs include flowers and numerous floral patterns, birds, jungle and its scenes, the majestic Chinar tree of Kashmir and intricate geometrical patterns.

Material
Papier Mache, acrylic colours, coated with laquor

Care Instruction
Clean with soft dry cloth

Product Dimension
6″