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Ram Swaroop Sharma and Jaipur's tarkashi craft

Ram Swaroop Sharma, also known as Ram Swaroop Sharma Jangid, is a Jaipur master artisan who works in tarkashi, the inlay of fine metal wire into wood. Rajasthan's handicrafts department records his Shilp Guru Award in 2014 and earlier national and state recognition.

What to know

His work gives visitors a way to discover a specialist craft through the person who practises it. It also shows how a traditional technique can be sustained through teaching and workshop practice.

Good to Know

The government artisan record was last updated in 2017, so contact details and workshop access may be old. Confirm before visiting, and ask about materials and handwork when buying a piece.

Common questions

What is tarkashi?

It is a craft in which fine metal wire is inlaid into a wooden surface to create patterns.

What award did Ram Swaroop Sharma receive?

The Rajasthan handicrafts profile records a Shilp Guru Award in 2014.

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