{"product_id":"navarasalu-cheriyal-masks-9-expr","title":"Set of 9 Navarasalu Cheriyal Masks – Nine Expressions Wall Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Navarasalu Cheriyal Masks Set reflects Telangana’s vibrant Cheriyal art tradition, a celebrated folk form deeply connected with storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional storytellers used painted scrolls to narrate mythological and local tales, bringing vivid visual stories to rural audiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese paintings were usually made on long vertical scrolls of khadi cloth, carefully prepared to support intricate folk art detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cloth was coated with tamarind seed paste, rice starch, and white clay to create a smooth, durable surface for painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheriyal themes draw from Indian epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata, along with folklore and stories from local communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style is known for bold outlines, flat figures, and vivid colors, with red often used as the striking and memorable background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman figures often feature large expressive eyes and simple, lively forms, making each scene visually engaging and easy to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, each scroll was divided into panels, and every panel revealed one part of a story as the scroll was unfolded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis art form was not only decorative but also served as an important source of education and entertainment in rural society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe craft is hereditary and has been passed down through generations of artisan families who preserved its identity and techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough traditional storytelling declined over time, Cheriyal art adapted beautifully to modern tastes and decorative formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, it appears in smaller forms such as paintings, masks, and decorative objects, including Traditional Cheriyal painting masks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNavarasalu Cheriyal Masks Set as wall decor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set carries forward that legacy in a display-friendly format, making it ideal as Navarasa masks wall art for homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also works beautifully as an Artistic expression wall hanging, adding traditional charm and cultural depth to interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Handcrafted Navarasalu masks reflect the values, beliefs, and lifestyle of Telangana’s rural communities through folk art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are also admired as Cheriyal 9 expressions masks, celebrating emotional expression through a distinctive traditional style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheriyal art received the Geographical Indication tag in 2007 with GI number 69, affirming its authenticity and regional identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, it stands as a symbol of Telangana’s artistic legacy and continues to be appreciated in India and around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, this art form dates back to the 16th and 17th centuries and flourished within 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\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ganesh Cheriyala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45086507532335,"sku":null,"price":11699.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9437\/6495\/files\/2_28909f80-5821-4efe-8d2d-6212fadbd594.png?v=1774795879","url":"https:\/\/krafteria.com\/products\/navarasalu-cheriyal-masks-9-expr","provider":"Krafteria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}