The story
Clay modelling at Ghurni in Krishnanagar grew under the patronage of the Nadia royal family in the 18th century. Artisans are known for realistic human figures and everyday scenes made from fine Ganga clay and painted by hand. The craft is GI-registered as Clay Doll of Krishnanagar.
In numbers
No published source we could open prints current numbers for this cluster.
GI tag
- Clay Doll of KrishnanagarApplication no. Application No. 795Registration details of Geographical Indications (state-wise register), IP India
Ways in for a newcomer
- Sell figurines to museum shops, hotels and online buyers
- Custom commissions (wedding figures, corporate gifts)
- Packing solutions that cut breakage in shipping
Problems the cluster faces
- Breakage and high shipping cost
- Few young people taking up the craft
- Cheap moulded plaster copies
Businesses to start here
Terracotta Décor & Utility Ware →Online Folk Art and Art Gallery Marketplace →Handloom and Handicrafts Retail Shop →