Rogan painting saree
A skilled artisan has hand-painted this handloom kala cotton Rogan painting saree with great care. The renowned artist Ashish Kansara painted it and is known for his work’s intricate detailing. Rogan art painting is a traditional art form from Madhapar, Bhuj, Kutch, Gujarat.
About Rogan art
There were many misconceptions and stories surrounding the Rogan painting, without any solid basis, before 2008. In 2008, documentary proof was found and everything came out. In 2008, Japanese scientist Yoko Taniguchi and UNESCO discovered an entire town of Buddha followers during research in Bahamian. In this city, all the wonderful paintings were found as if they were in a modern studio. There were paintings on walls, wooden doors and clothes. These paintings were oil paintings. These paintings are believed to be from 6th century and are believed to be the oldest oil paintings. This report uncovered the fact that what was used for oil painting. According to this report, mixing of drying oil, chalk and natural pigment. linseed oil. Walnut oil, Castor oil and poppy seed oil have also been used as substitutes. It was the time of Silk Root. Handicraft items made by Indian artisans were exported to Europe, China and Japan by silk root. In the state of Gujarat, also this Rogan painting was practiced by Hindus and Khatris. This art became almost extinct with the advent of machine printing. At present, About 60 to 70 years ago this Rogan painting was practiced all over Gujarat. Chania and Saris were made by this Rogan art, which were worn in marriages of Hindu community. Even today, these dresses are prevalent in many villages. These Chania were used by Bharwad, Rabari, Ahir, Patel and some other communities. Rajasthan also had many Rogan artisans in the past. Rogan art has been alive since the followers of Buddha. At present this art is preserved by one Hindu family.
How to do Rogan art
An artist produced a beautiful pattern on the fabric piece by boiling castor oil for 7 to 8 hours and adding natural color and a binding agent. The cloth has a dark color base, which allows the intense colors to stand out. Artists trail thread-like strands of paint to create elaborate designs in Rogan painting. We paint half of the fabric with the design, then fold it in half to transfer a mirror image to the other half. After that, we decorate it with small dots and lines. We also apply patterns to brass blocks by carving them in. With a wooden stylus, please support handicrafts and handicraft artisans. because it is the rare and vanishing art of Gujarat, India. buy Rogan painting saree for support
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