Hanuman Cheriyal Mask – Hand-painted Telangana Folk Art
Description
Among the deity masks made by Nakashi mask-makers in Cheriyal village, near Warangal in Telangana, Hanuman is one of the most consistently requested, alongside Rama and Sita, according to the artisans who still practise this roughly 400-year-old craft. It's not hard to see why — Hanuman's story of unwavering devotion and strength has a place in nearly every home shrine and household tradition across India, and this mask brings that same figure into a wall-mounted form.
The mask is built the traditional way: a wooden core shaped with tamarind seed paste and sawdust, dried across several days, coated in white lime, then hand-painted using natural pigments, the artist working the expression, jewellery, and headgear detail entirely by hand. This craft earned its Geographical Indication tag in 2010, and today survives through only a small number of families still working in these original materials.
Given Hanuman's association with devotion and protection, this mask is a popular choice near a puja space or entryway, and makes a fitting gift for someone with strong ties to Hindu devotional tradition, whether for a housewarming, a festival, or simply as a meaningful piece of wall art.
Material: Tamarind seed powder, sawdust, cotton cloth, natural colours
Dimensions: 7.5 inches x 7 inches x 2.25 inches
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When you order from EthniiChic, you receive more than just a product—you bring home a piece of India’s cultural heritage.
Each creation is handcrafted with care, hand-painted with authentic traditional art forms, and finished to perfection for lasting quality.
Expect vibrant storytelling through design, eco-conscious craftsmanship, and timely, well-packaged delivery that ensures your order arrives safe and ready to adorn your space / yourself.
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At EthniiChic, we celebrate the artistry of handmade products, each lovingly crafted by skilled artisans.
Due to this unique handmade nature, minor variations and subtle surface textures are natural and should be embraced as hallmarks of authentic charm and individuality, rather than defects.
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