Sanjhi Paper Stencil Art
Sanjhi is the temple art of cutting impossibly fine paper stencils to print Krishna-leela rangoli on the waters and floors of Vrindavan. Once a guarded devotional craft, its lace-like paper cuttings are now framed as art.
- Region of origin:
- Uttar Pradesh
- Materials:
- paper
- Techniques:
- hand-cut stencil (scissor work)
- HS code (customs):
- 4823
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About Sanjhi Paper Stencil Art
Sanjhi is the temple art of cutting impossibly fine paper stencils to print Krishna-leela rangoli on the waters and floors of Vrindavan. Once a guarded devotional craft, its lace-like paper cuttings are now framed as art.
- Region of origin
- Uttar Pradesh
- Materials
- paper
- Techniques
- hand-cut stencil (scissor work)
- HS code (customs)
- 4823
How it’s made
hand-cut stencil (scissor work)
The makers
Crafted by Vrindavan Sanjhi artists of Uttar Pradesh.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin