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MODULE 9
Development of Crafts in
South, Central and West Asia
Presented by Group 4
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1.) The arts
and crafts A.) Day-to-day needs of the people

of India are
B.) Decorative Purposes
C.) Intellectual Purposes

used for D.) Religious Purposes

EXCEPT...
1.) The arts
and crafts A.) Day-to-day needs of the people

of India are
B.) Decorative Purposes
C.) Intellectual Purposes

used for D.) Religious Purposes

EXCEPT...
2.) Most A.) Skillfulness, proficiency, and
important and expertise of Indian craftsmen

indistinguishable
B.) Creativity of Indian Arts
C.) Religious details and symbols
aspect of Indian D.) Intellectual contribution of

resources.
these
2.) Most
important and A.) Skillfulness, proficiency, and

distinguishable
expertise of Indian craftsmen
B.) Creativity of Indian Arts

aspect of C.) Religious details and symbols

Indian
D.) Intellectual contribution of
these
resources.
3.) Integral
part of A.) Shibari
Pakistani B.) Chucikreshah

culture that C.) Rangoli

D.) Handicraft
reflects the
culture of the
creators
3.) Integral
part of A.) Shibari
Pakistani B.) Chucikreshah

culture that C.) Rangoli

D.) Handicraft
reflects the
culture of the
creators
4.) Why did the
Russians limit A.) To terminate their culture
the creation of B.) To avoid developing

arts and crafts

nationalism
C.) To creatively cripple the people
during its reign D.) To focus on the creation of war

over Central machines

Asia?
4.) Why did the
Russians limit A.) To terminate their culture
the creation of B.) To avoid developing

arts and crafts

nationalism
C.) To creatively cripple the people
during its reign D.) To focus on the creation of war

over Central machines

Asia?
5.) Which of
these did NOT A.) History as an ancient trade

shape the
center
B.) Bedouin Traditions

culture of West C.) Popularity of Secular Activities

Asia?
D.) Islamic Heritage
5.) Which of
these did NOT A.) History as an ancient trade

shape the
center
B.) Bedouin Traditions

culture of West C.) Popularity of Secular Activities

Asia?
D.) Islamic Heritage
 Objectives

India Pakistan
 Objectives

Central Asia West Asia

Arts and Crafts
Deeply rooted in South, Central, and West Asian
culture and history
Flourished starting from the first civilization in
history
Began as a production of objects for various
purposes and practical uses, could also be an
expression of one’s inner creativity
Developed into a vocation for trade and business,
royalty, or ordinary people
Its development has been passed through many
generations
Some are aesthetic, but most are practical
Arts and
Crafts in
South Asia
A.) India
India has been producing and manufacturing
artworks since ancient times
Their craft heritage is diverse, similar to their
culture.
> Each part of the country has their own
character and style in their craft
Used for:
> Day-to-day needs of the public
> Religious and Decorative Purposes
A.) India
Artists acquire opportunities by developing life skills
that help increasing productivity and sustain their
living conditions such as:
> Social Skills
> Information Processing Skills
> Reasoning Skills
> Inquiry Skills
> Creativity Skills
> Entrepreneurship Skills
> Work-Related Culture Skills
A.) India
The creation of artworks by artists help preserve the
culture, traditions, and values of India (and other
countries) for future generations in the rapidly-developing
world
Globalization in the Indian society has been a great help to
its economy and society
Lower-class people have difficulties producing
handicrafts and artworks
A provision has been made to create equal opportunities to
all Indian artisans, especially in the lower castes of society
A.) India
The most indistinguishable and
important aspects of Indian resources
are the skillfulness, proficiency, and
expertise of Indian craftsmen
B.) Pakistan
Handicrafts are an integral part of
Pakistani culture because it reflects the
culture and beliefs of its creator(s)
There is a line between an artisans’ skill
and endeavor with the handicrafts they
produce
Pakistan’s wealth of timeless handicrafts
has survived through the ages
B.) Pakistan
The legacy of Pakistani culture promises:
> Beauty;
> Dignity;
> Form;
> Style;
where each handicraft shows the display of
glory, skill, and hard work
B.) Pakistan
1.) Truck Art
Trucks have been used to transport goods
These trucks grew as Pakistan’s economy grew
These trucks became a canvas of creativity, rather
than just simply a commercial vehicle
Inspired from the old palace decorative style of the
Mughal Era
Displays colors, symbols, fun elements, famous
personalities, and anything that matters to a
Pakistani
B.) Pakistan
1.) Truck Art
A collage of visual motifs from Pakistani culture, history,
and beliefs that reflect the drivers’ beliefs
Asheer Akham
- Pakistani truck artist
- the visual components of the truck create a hierarchical
system of value and class
- the more ornate the truck is, the more valuable the
goods it will carry
Pakistani craftsmen spend several months to complete the
design of the truck
B.) Pakistan
1.) Truck Art
The art is known for its extreme amount of detail
in every aspect of the truck
It still has relevance in the present day
Influenced neighboring countries (such as India)
and foreign countries (such as Japan and South
America)
B.) Pakistan
Truck Art Images
West Asia
WEST ASIA
The culture of West Asia has been shaped and influenced by
three important factors:
(1) Islamic heritage
(2) its role as an ancient trade center
(3) the Bedouin traditions.

The tremendous development of their region over the past

several decades allowed them to adapt to the modern world.
People have taken their culture and traditions - including their
customs, values, and even their dress style - to serve a practical
function in developing their arts and crafts.
WEST ASIA
From the intricate geometric and floral designs of Arabesque to the
Calligraphy of their Q'ran, artisans of West Asia continued to incorporate
this to preserve their culture or make new crafts.

One example is the handmade soap from Syria or Lebanon decorated with
intricate patterns of Arabesque or sometimes, ancient Calligraphy.

Despite keeping their rich artistic legacy in producing arts and crafts, their
market has experienced significant growth in demand and recognition, both
locally and internationally.
Central Asia
 CENTRAL ASIA
Before the arrival of the Russians, Central Asia was an integrated community at the
cultural, linguistic, and religious levels.

The first inhabitants of Central Asia were nomads who traveled from different sides of
the continent.

People who inhabited this region were famous for practical craft-making such as
printed-cloth making and textiles, ceramics, utensils, musical instruments, carpets,
woodworks, metalworks and glassworks, jewelry making, and many other things.

All of which were created using unique techniques and styles developed by each tribe.
CENTRAL ASIA
Around 1860, Central Asia falls under the rule of Russians, resulting in a drastic
transformation of culture, language, beliefs, and traditions. Although the
Russians encouraged the making of arts and crafts, creation has been limited to
a certain degree to avoid developing any symbol for nationalism. Artisans
were forced out of their traditional roles. Because of this, some of their crafts
came close to disappearing, and some have been entirely lost.

After the end of the Soviet Union, craftsmanship started to regain its fame.
Markets began to be filled with traditional crafts such velvet robes with gold
thread designs, hand-dyed and hand-printed silks, hand-carved wooden cases,
hand-made silver belts, hand-woven carpets, wall hangings, and hand-painted
miniatures.
CENTRAL ASIA
Young people started seeking out old master artisans and picked
up where they left off. Young men watch respectfully how these
masters show to mold, fire, and paint ceramic pottery. Young
women competed for space in classes where they are taught how
to use natural dyes to produce the kinds of silken garments their
great-grandparents once made. And in other cities, people
rescued some of the crafts that were thought to be dying out.
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1.) What is
the reason
Indian
A.) Increase productivity and
sustain living conditions

craftsmen
B.) Improve the creativity of their
craft

study life C.) skibidi toilet

skills?
D.) Preserve the culture of India
1.) What is
the reason
Indian
A.) Increase productivity and
sustain living conditions

craftsmen
B.) Improve the creativity of their
craft

study life C.) skibidi toilet

skills?
D.) Preserve the culture of India
2.) Which
period does
Truck Art
A.) Monggol Period
B.) Dynastic Period

take C.) Mughal Era

D.) Taj Jan Event
inspiration
from?
2.) Which
period does
Truck Art
A.) Monggol Period
B.) Dynastic Period

take C.) Mughal Era

D.) Taj Jan Event
inspiration
from?
3.) When did
the Soviet
Union
A.) Around 1860
B.) 1890

invade C.) Around 1905

D.) Around 1935
Central
Asia?
3.) When did
the Soviet
Union
A.) Around 1860
B.) 1890

invade C.) Around 1905

D.) Around 1935
Central
Asia?
Thank You!