Stone Carving Tradition in Bihar: Brief Introduction
The tradition of the stone craft of Bihar dates back to the ancient eras. It had reached its zenith during the Mauryan period.
The tradition of the stone craft of Bihar dates back to the ancient eras. It had reached its zenith during the Mauryan period.
The most famous exponent of Sikki craft was Bindeshwari Devi. She had received National Award for Sikki craft in 1969, from the hands of Shri Indira Gandhi, the then Prime Minister of India.
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