Click image to zoom
Indian Art
A village idol artist makes large color masks modeled after Purulia Chhau dance masks (Purulia Chhau dance is listed on UNESCO's World Heritage list of dances) of goddesses, animals, and rakshasas (humanoid demons or unrighteous spirits) like Hindu mythology characters out of clay. The artist then paints with color and adorning ornament the clay masks, which will be installed in a Jagaddhatri Puja pandal. Then workers are carrying the finished masks in a car at Tehatta, West Bengal, India on 20/11/2023. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)
Photo Details
| Photo ID | #10799704 |
|---|---|
| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
| Category | Arts, Culture and Entertainment |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
Related Keywords
India
NurPhoto
village idol artist
color masks
Purulia Chhau dance
UNESCO World Heritage
goddesses
animals
rakshasas
Hindu mythology
clay masks
paints
adorning ornament
Jagaddhatri Puja
pandal installation
Tehatta
West Bengal
India
Soumyabrata Roy
NurPhoto
humanoid demons
unrighteous spirits
cultural heritage
traditional crafts
folk art
mask-making
religious festival
artisan
cultural identity
craftsmanship
installation art
cultural event
20/11/2023
transportation of art
ceremonial objects
Indian dance forms
local traditions.
2026 NurPhoto. All rights reserved.
This image is the property of NurPhoto and is protected under international copyright laws.
Similar Photos
View All
