Body to Textile: Adaptation of Godna Art in Textile by Gond Tribal Women of Sarguja District
Journal Title: International Journal of Environment, Ecology, Family and Urban Studies (IJEEFUS) - Year 2019, Vol 9, Issue 3
Abstract
There are a lot of Tribal arts in Chhattisgarh. Godna is one of them which is the most traditional art. This research paper is based on the use of Godna art in Textile and document the process, fabric, colors and motifs used in Godna Painting. In this art different shapes and designs are used to decorate the human body. In urban areas, this art is known as a tattoo. Tribal beliefs say that these are the only ornamentations which remain with them even after their death. Godna is used for not only beautification but also for social and spiritual reasons. Chhattisgarh is a tribal majority state and rich with many tribal arts. In the neo-liberal era, Godna has changed. Modernization and changing in fashion is the reason that the young generation of tribes is going detach from Godna practice on their bodies. Therefore ladies of Gond tribe of Sarguja District of Chhattisgarh have started painting and designing Godna on Textile material like saree, dupatta, table cloth, etc and given a new form to Godna art. This transformation work of Godna art became an income source for those tribal ladies. They paint the Godna designs on cloth and sell them with the help of ‘Chhattisgarh Handicraft Development Board’, this board is established by Chhattisgarh state government to develop and encourage handicrafts of the state. Designs of Godna art applying on textile is not only provide income but also conserve this traditional art.
Authors and Affiliations
Richa Tamrakar, Dr. Shipra Banerjee
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