{"product_id":"cheriyal-ardhanarishvara-mask-hang","title":"Handcrafted Cheriyal  Ardhanarishvara Mask Wall Hanging","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Cheriyal Ardhanarishvara Mask Hanging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cheriyal Ardhanarishvara Mask Hanging reflects the vibrant tradition of Cheriyal art from Telangana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional scroll painting form represents the region’s rich cultural and storytelling heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is closely linked to storytellers who used painted scrolls to narrate mythological and local tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paintings were usually made on long vertical scrolls using khadi cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cloth was treated with tamarind seed paste, rice starch, and white clay for a smooth surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe themes of Cheriyal art draw from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, folklore, and community life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style uses bold outlines, flat figures, and bright colors, especially red backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman figures have large expressive eyes and simple, lively forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes each scene visually engaging and easy to understand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, each scroll was divided into panels, with every panel showing one part of a story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerformers unfolded the scroll gradually as they narrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis art was not only decorative. It also educated and entertained rural society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe craft is hereditary and has passed through generations of skilled artisan families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey have preserved its techniques and identity for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs tastes changed, Cheriyal art adapted into smaller formats like paintings, masks, and decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handcrafted Cheriyal Ardhanarishvara Mask Hanging also works beautifully as Ardhanarishvara wall mask decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is valued as a Cheriyal mask wall hanging and Lord Shiva Parvati art mask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handcrafted ethnic wall hanging reflects traditional Cheriyal artwork with strong cultural roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecognized for its cultural significance, Cheriyal art received the Geographical Indication tag in 2007.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis highlights its authenticity and regional identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, it stands as a symbol of Telangana’s artistic legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, this art form dates back to the 16th–17th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt flourished during the medieval period as part of India’s visual storytelling tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/krafteria.com\/search?q=cheriyal+art\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;type=product\u0026amp;id=45156349411375\u0026amp;quantity=1\"\u003e Explore Collection \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cheriyal_scroll_painting\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ganesh Cheriyala","offers":[{"title":"blue and yellow","offer_id":45084374728751,"sku":null,"price":649.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red and Pink","offer_id":45084374761519,"sku":null,"price":649.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9437\/6495\/files\/100_be7acdf3-aca1-49f5-881a-501155858f4f.png?v=1774679453","url":"https:\/\/krafteria.com\/products\/cheriyal-ardhanarishvara-mask-hang","provider":"Krafteria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}