NIRMAL - The Land of Toys
NIRMAL - The Land of Toys
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Nirmal wooden toys! Crafted from the soft woods of Telangana, India, these vibrant creations boast a 400-year-old legacy.
The story of toy of City:
The story of toy of City:
Sometime during 1600-1650 AD , a chieftain by named Nimma Naidu under Nawab of Golkonda , with few of his people migrated to Nallagutta , present Khanapuram , fought a small battle and won over the region from the mughal representatives . He also made friends with king of pulimadugu fort and settled here . Seeing the abundantly available wood in the forests around , he decided to call artisans of various trades (nakashi , blacksmiths , wood carvers & others) from the Telangana region to make artifacts and figuirines in wood with nakashi . He built the first settlement of 12 houses for artisans in kasubha street and named it Nimma Rayudu This was the birth of todays craft centric Nirmal town .Later under the patronage of Nizam the form flourished and recognized until present times .
Ah, Nirmal wooden toys! Crafted from the soft woods of Telangana, India, these vibrant creations boast a 400-year-old legacy. Let's dive into their delightful world:
A Legacy of Artisan Skill:
A Legacy of Artisan Skill:
Imagine intricate animal figures, meticulously carved and painted by generations of Naqqash artisans. Witness the smooth curves of elephants, the graceful lines of swans, and the playful charm of monkeys, all brought to life in wood.
🌸 Each toy is a testament to patient skill. From hand-carving the shapes to applying vibrant lacquers, the process is steeped in tradition. The natural wood grains peek through the paint, adding a touch of earthy elegance.
A Symphony of Colors:
🌸 Nirmal toys are renowned for their eye-catching hues. Bold reds, sunny yellows, and deep blues dance across the wooden canvas. Intricate geometric patterns and floral motifs add another layer of visual intrigue.
There are toys and toys, and then there are GI-tagged, aesthetically designed, hand-painted and individually crafted Nirmal toys made from the special 'poniki' wood (botanical name Jiuotia Rotteri Fromis) which is found in abundance in the forests and hills adjoining Nirmal — a town of less than one lakh people in the Adilabad District in Telangana. The craft draws its name from one of the most famous Kannada rulers of the 17th century, Dalwai Nimma Naidu — a great connoisseur of arts. He became the patron saint of this Kakatiya-era craft of softwood toys with attractive paintings, as well as of furniture. It was during his reign that the art of toy-making was 'geographically grounded' in the town of Nirmal, thereby making it possible for Nirmal Toys & Arts Industrial Co-operative Society Ltd to apply for, and receive the GI tag in 2009.
🌸 These vibrant colors aren't just aesthetically pleasing; they're symbolic too. Red often represents auspiciousness, while green signifies new beginnings. Owning a Nirmal toy is like carrying a piece of Indian culture and its vibrant spirit.
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