{"product_id":"cheriyal-dashavataram-mask-set","title":"Hand-Painted Cheriyal Art Dashavataram Mask Set –  Vishnu Avatars Wall Decor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Cheriyal Dashavataram Mask Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cheriyal Dashavataram Mask Set is inspired by Cheriyal Art, a vibrant traditional scroll painting style from Cheriyal in Telangana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis folk art form was closely linked with traditional storytellers, who used painted scrolls to share mythological and local tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese paintings were usually created on long vertical scrolls made from khadi cloth, prepared carefully for a smooth painting surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cloth was treated with tamarind seed paste, rice starch, and white clay, helping artisans create durable and vivid artworks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheriyal art draws heavily from Indian epics such as the Ramayana and Mahabharata, along with regional folklore and customs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also reflects the occupations, beliefs, and everyday stories of different communities, making it culturally rich and visually meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style is known for bold outlines, flat figures, and bright colors, with red often used prominently as the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman figures in Cheriyal art usually have large expressive eyes and simple lively forms that make scenes easy to understand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, each painted scroll was divided into panels, with every panel showing a different part of the unfolding story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis format allowed performers to reveal the scroll gradually, making the narration engaging for rural audiences of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheriyal art was not just decorative. It served as an important medium of education, entertainment, and cultural storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe craft is hereditary and has been passed down through generations of artisan families who preserved its methods and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough traditional storytelling practices declined over time, Cheriyal art adapted beautifully to changing tastes and modern formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, it appears in smaller forms such as paintings, masks, and decorative pieces like the Cheriyal Dashavataram Mask Set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese creations include Traditional Cheriyal painting masks and Cheriyal art religious masks with devotional meaning and folk art charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey continue to reflect the cultural values, beliefs, and lifestyle of Telangana’s rural communities in a distinctive visual style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Dashavataram masks wall decor, they also function as Spiritual wall art Vishnu avatars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Vishnu avatars mask set India highlights both devotional significance and the regional identity of Telangana folk art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecognized for its heritage value, Cheriyal art received the Geographical Indication tag in 2007 under GI number 69.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis recognition reinforces its authenticity, regional identity, and importance within India’s rich legacy of handmade traditional arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Cheriyal art stands as a symbol of Telangana’s artistic heritage and continues to gain national and global appreciation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, the art form dates back to the 16th–17th century and flourished 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\"\u003eLearn more about Cheriyal scroll painting and its historical roots in Indian storytelling traditions.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ganesh Cheriyala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45098193715247,"sku":null,"price":25999.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9437\/6495\/files\/1_faf9a99a-1601-4aa3-9552-ea1f46f1ca8c.png?v=1774628099","url":"https:\/\/krafteria.com\/products\/cheriyal-dashavataram-mask-set","provider":"Krafteria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}