Art and Crafts : Arunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh is a land of varied art and crafts. Since time immemorial the art of craftsmanship exists in the land. The range of works include weaving, painting, cane and bamboo work, carpet making, wood carving, ornaments, pottery, smithy work, basketry etc.

People of Arunachal Pradesh are divided among three zones based on their art and culture. The first zone includes Buddhist tribes i.e. the Sherdukpens and Monpas, the Khowa, Aka and Miji group. These tribes make beautiful masks for mask dances.

The tribes of second zone are skilled in making cane and bamboo objects of utilities. The Apantanis, Hill Miris and Adis make beautiful articles of these materials.

The people of third zone are known for their woodcarving skills. The tribes like Wanchos are expert in weaving beautiful bags, loin cloth etc. Goat’s hair, ivory, boar’s tusks are used for making important objects of utilities.