Huzefa Bin Nisar
Final Year Project
Sap Id 5496
Huzaifa Bin Nisar
Title of Project: Artisans Of Taxila
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wYX_fYlT8o
Supervisor : Sir Mateen Farooqi
ARTISANS OF TAXILA
INTRODUCTION:
My documentary is about stone craving in Taxila. My documentary deals with a detailed study of stone craving in Taxila. Historically, these stone craving hold great significance and their manufacturing were considered to be an art in old times. However, in today’s world, as technology has advanced far more than what it used to be a decade ago and with the advent of brands, this craft has lost its importance among the masses and is slowly becoming on historical specialty.
This art appeared in the region in the 1st century BC, strengthened in the 1st century AD, flourished till 5th century and lingered on till 8th century. From Gandhara culture to Madhura art, Taxila’s sculptors have been experts in producing replicas of historical stonework.
This art appeared in the region in the 1st century BC, strengthened in the 1st century AD, flourished till 5th century and lingered on till 8th century. From Gandhara culture to Madhura art, Taxila’s sculptors have been experts in producing replicas of historical stonework.
At present, artisans are producing different pieces used for internal as well as external decoration not only in Pakistan but also in other countries.
These items produced at the small village of Dhabian, a few yards from Taxila Museum, by local artisans are not only liked by art admirers from Karachi to Peshawar and Islamabad-based diplomatic circles but are also being exported.
The artisan first refines the stone with a chisel and hammer. A sketch is drawn on this stone and then carved with the help of a chisel and hammer. The finishing touches are given with sandpaper.
OBJECTIVE:
To show how much hard work is done by the stone carver in one item.
To portray a positive image of Pakistan in the global world of communication by showing the positive developmental projects taking place in the country while showing how friendly and hospitable people of the nation are.
To educate people about the efforts of workers.
To give awareness how goods are made from stones.
To enhance the ability of worker.
CONCLUSION:
My purpose behind this documentary is to show the effort of laborers and through how much effort the handmade shoes are made. I have tried to cover all the aspects and effort of making stone craving. Through this documentary, I want to show talented people who are still behind the curtains whose talent is the backbone of Pakistan. And I would like to highlight the unique elements of designs which enhance the taste of Pakistan.