The Andaman and Nicobar Islands located in the south -east bay of Bengal are endowed with natural resources such as precious wood (Padukk, Badam, Gurjan), can, bamboo, bamboo, and coconut palms. Corals, shells, drifts, and seaweed are abundant marine resources: these foreign wooden crafts, sea shells.
Woodwork
Among all the other handicrafts of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, carpentry and woodworking are favorite ones. Furniture and other wooden products are produced from decorative woods like marble wood, Paduak, and Chui by many workshops. Surprisingly, Paduak burr table tops are unique handicrafts from these islands. Sea currents shape driftwood, which is transformed by Andaman artists into exquisite art objects in a creative and accurate manner. Wooden buildings are utilized by individuals for the building of houses, the production of canoes, and for plantation fencing. On some islands, wooden statues of male and female couples, and animal and bird forms, are well-crafted and brightly painted
Cane and Bamboo
Andhra Pradesh and Kerala immigrants in the Andaman Islands are famous for bamboo and cane products, which are a significant part of the handicrafts of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. They prepare different beautiful things based on given designs. Elegant cane baskets with thin cane twigs are handy for women to carry and store market fruits and vegetables. Cellular jail-made cane furniture is also highly sought after
Shell Art
No discussion of handicrafts of Andaman and Nicobar Islands is complete without the mention of shell-craft. The shell crafts include ashtrays, lamps, buttons, and jewelry that are made from polished, decorative shells. The tortoiseshell is a rare material, large in size, and available in beautiful colors. Table lamps, small containers, and decorative items made from tortoise shells are available. Coconut shell handicrafts are also common, as coconut trees are abundant. Finger bowls, table lamps, and other items made from coconut shells are widely used.
Basketry and Mat Making
These traditional crafts, a significant part of the handicrafts of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, are usually performed by women during their leisure time. Pandanus leaf and coconut stem mats, which are soft, cool, and light, are utilized for sleeping, sitting, and building huts.
Crossbows
Among the extensive handicrafts of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, crossbows are a novelty that attract tourist interest. The craftsmen employ grooved wooden beams with loops of iron to support the quiver and arrows. Crossbows are favorite souvenirs among tourists, with iron discs and a furrowed central bar
Palm Mats
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are rich in natural resources, such as an abundance of palm trees that yield multi-purpose palm fiber. Palm mats, often produced from Pandanus leaves and coconut stalks by women in their spare moments, are a significant part of the handicrafts of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. These mats introduce an element of class into interior decor with their cool, soft, and light feel. They are used as sitting mats or doormats.
Takeaway
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