{"product_id":"garuda-face-mask-hanging-art","title":"Garuda Face Mask Wall Hanging – Telangana Handcrafted Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eCheriyal Art is a vibrant scroll painting tradition from Telangana, and this Garuda Face Mask Hanging reflects its rich storytelling heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis folk art is closely linked to traditional storytellers who used painted scrolls to narrate mythological and local tales in rural communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese paintings were traditionally created on long vertical scrolls made of khadi cloth, prepared carefully by skilled artisan families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cloth was treated with tamarind seed paste, rice starch, and white clay to create a smooth and durable painting surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheriyal themes are rooted in Indian epics such as the Ramayana and Mahabharata, along with regional folklore and social customs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey also portray occupational stories of different communities, making the art meaningful, educational, and culturally expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style is known for bold outlines, flat figures, and vivid colors that create scenes which are visually striking and easy to read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed is commonly used as the background, while human figures are painted with large expressive eyes and lively, simplified forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, each scroll was divided into panels, with every panel narrating one part of a story as performers unfolded it gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis made Cheriyal art more than decoration. It served as a powerful medium of education and entertainment in rural society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe craft is hereditary and has been passed down through generations of skilled artisan families who preserved its identity and methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough traditional storytelling declined over time, Cheriyal art adapted beautifully to modern tastes and changing decorative preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGaruda Face Mask Hanging in Cheriyal Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is now created in smaller formats such as paintings, masks, and decorative pieces like this Garuda Face Mask Hanging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Cheriyal style Garuda mask reflects this evolution in form and function while preserving the spirit of Telangana folk artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt continues to express the cultural values, beliefs, and lifestyle of Telangana’s rural communities in a decorative format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a Handmade Garuda wall hanging, it suits Cultural heritage decor and Spiritual home decor Garuda themes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Garuda face mask handcrafted art preserves regional identity while offering a vibrant and meaningful addition to your wall decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecognized for its cultural significance, Cheriyal art received the Geographical Indication tag in 2007 with GI number 69.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis recognition highlights its authenticity, protects its regional identity, and strengthens its value as a traditional Indian art form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Cheriyal art stands as a symbol of Telangana’s artistic legacy and continues to gain appreciation in India and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, this art form dates back to the 16th–17th century and flourished during India’s medieval storytelling traditions.\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":"9\"H * 8\"W","offer_id":45084402876463,"sku":null,"price":3099.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.5\"H * 5\"W","offer_id":45084402909231,"sku":null,"price":2099.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9437\/6495\/files\/7_8e6d2de8-891e-426f-8274-841395b27111.png?v=1774798399","url":"https:\/\/krafteria.com\/products\/garuda-face-mask-hanging-art","provider":"Krafteria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}