Lacquer is the refuse of an insect gathered
by the tribals in the forests.The women folk
of Balasore and Nawarangpur districts mix it
with colurs an apply in on small vane boxes
and toys etc made by the tribals and terracotta
figures, which they make themselves.After several
coats of lacquer have sealed the core, the surface
is decorated with motifs borrowed from nature,geometric
patterns and religious symbols.Although the
visual power of colour and design combine to
make an ornamental effect, the artisans are
constantly exploring the area of material, form
and technique.
