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    Handmade Paper

    Craft of Making Paper by Hand
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    Prof. Bibhudutta Baral, Anisha Crasto and Anushree Kumar
    NID, Bengaluru
    Introduction
     
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    Sanganer is located 30 Km away from Jaipur city in Rajasthan. Handmade paper craft was traditionally practiced in Sanganer. The history of handmade paper crafts dates back to Mughal era around 16th century and continues till date. It was brought in India by Mughal from Turkey. The early paper artisans used to make special paper for the Mughal court. In Jaipur, the craft was patronized by Maharaja Sawai Ishwari Singhji. In Jaipur special paper makers were appointed to work for the royal family. These people used to make paper to write manuscripts. The craft flourished due to its constant demand and new interventions made by the artisans. Sanganer in Jaipur became the main center for making handmade papers.

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