More than 1,550 years ago, a captivating art form emerged in India. Over time, it found a home in Madhapar Village, Kutch, becoming a treasure of the region. This extraordinary craft, known as Rogan Art, is preserved today by the Ashish Kansara family—the last custodians of this ancient tradition of Rogan painting. Its origins, believed […]
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Varnika Rogan Chhap is a decorative style of Rogan painting characterized by its colorful, non-symmetrical designs. Unlike traditional Rogan Chhap, it involves adding multiple colors and details, often enhanced with glitter or mica. This technique, rare and practiced solely by Ashish Kansara in Madhapar, Gujarat, is ideal for festive occasions.
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Nirmika Rogan Chhap is a modern technique of Rogan art that utilizes brass molds for consistent designs, differing from traditional freehand methods. It is ideal for creating repeat patterns on fabrics like sarees. Ashish Kansara is the sole artist practicing this technique alongside others, preserving the heritage of Rogan printing.
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Rogan Chhap is a traditional painting style from Kutch, Gujarat, characterized by freehand designs on fabric using a unique paste made from castor oil. With roots dating back 1,550 years, it features distinct techniques, including styles practiced by Ashish Kansara. Rogan Chhap is celebrated for its handmade charm and nature-inspired motifs.
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Bamiyan to Kutch Rogan painting 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. Japanese scientist Yoko Taniguchi and UNESCO discovered an entire town of Buddha followers during research in Bahamian. In this city, all the wonderful paintings
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