The
toys that are designed and manufactured in Kondapalli, a village near
Vijayawada in the state of Andhra Pradesh is best known for the Kondapalli toys. The toys made at Kondapalli depict basic Indian
families and their culture. Most of the toys are dolls of members of families
of different societies. The 400 year old tradition of making toys is still in
existence. The demand for toys crafted in Kondapalli is in demand all across
the south India and also in other parts of India. The artisans who are
responsible for crafting out such toys are told to be originated from Rajasthan.
The
Kondapalli toys include idols of gods and goddesses, bullock carts and several
other household utilities that are used in a village environment. The toys are
crafted out of softwoods. The light and soft wood makes it easy for the
artisans to instill designs and colors. The toys are painted using dyes made
from vegetables and organic matter. They look vibrant in colors due to the contrasting
designs and colors that this artisan provide.
Crafting
toys out of woods is an age old tradition that is in existence since the old
times. The knowledge and the art of instilling creative impressions are passed
on from ancestors. Kondapalli toys are
now available online for its rich deign and tradition. They are also used to
decorate the interiors of the house. If you visit the homes of people who have
travelled and seen a lot of culture, finding a toy made in kondapalli is not
that hard.
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