Introduction Of Terracotta Art

 

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Terracotta ( from the Latin word "terra cocta" ) , a type of earthenware is a clay based unglazed or glazed ceramic where the fire body is pourous. It is often used to describe objects such as figurines not made on potter's wheel.

Terracotta Art in West Bengal is the earliest form of art of Bengal. It is clay rather than stone which has been the medium through which Bengali culture has found expression for thousands of years.

Terracotta Art has been practised in West Bengal right from early days through the medival age till the 19th century. In present days it is used in the form of home decor and jewellery. Terracotta plaques depicted lives of gods and goddesses. Terracotta figures, horses, tigers, elephants and snakes as well as toys were also common.

Finally it can be concluded saying that terracotta art in West Bengal had flourished under the rule of many rulers. Terracotta artists of Bengal devoted their skill to modelling and sculpting, attaining high levels of acclaim and respect throughout India!