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The authentic tribe art - Bhil art

Bhil art has a rich heritage, culture, and history. Being present in the Western and cultural belts it is the third-largest tribe in India. The tribe spread mainly in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tripura, Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. The tribe varies with each region for their Gods, songs, dances, and traditions.

History

When it comes to the meaning of bhil, it has differences in Sanskrit. Brave and martial, in Dravidian-bow, and Tamil-bowman. It is said that the lineage to Eklavya, the archer in the Mahabharat.

In Madhya Pradesh, Alirajpur district,  Bhil Archer, continues no thumb tradition while learning archery few others believe the Author of Ramayan, Valmiki Rushi was a Bhil himself. The bhil became a prominent part of those who revolted against the Mughal, Maratha, and British. The Battle of Haldighati is an example of the bravery of the Bhil who helped the Maharana Pratap. They fondly call kika meaning son and their contribution has been depicted on the Mewar coat of Arms.

Features

The artwork showcases their life being farmers or agriculture labourers the raw flock’s image revolves around nature, the harvest, rain and Gods. The set of even dots all over the painted bright colours are animals,  birds, trees, and people.  The dots possibly serve two functions – a decorative purpose and to represent the maize and raindrops which represent the good harvest.While painting dots, the artist pays tribute to Gods and their ancestors. In the early days, the painting was painted on mud walls with natural colours like turmeric, flowers, mitti, etc and neem twigs were used as brushes.

Recognition and change

In the museum of man, in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Authentic Bhil art is present few of the well-known Bhil artists are Bhuri Bai, Ladoo Bai, and Sher singjh.

Modern images of Bhol art added modern elements to the lifestyles of the community. The bhil art justifies the life of people, this simplicity of art makes striking.

 

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