Sikki Grass of Bihar Elephants
Sikki grass crafts are various handicrafts that are made from a special kind of grass known as Sikki found in BiharSikki weaving is an ancient art which has its roots in Bihar. The products are made out of a seasonal golden grass ( sikki grass) which grows wild in the marshy land of Bihar's Madhubani district.
- Material : Sikki Grass Finish
- Hand Weave Size: 12/12 Inch
The art of making items from sikki grass is an ancient one in the province of Bihar. Sikki is dried and the flower head is cut off.The resulting fine golden fibre is used in weaving to make toys, dolls, and baskets (dolchi). Items are sometimes painted.Items are sometimes painted. Boxes made of sikki known as pauti are given to daughters by parents on the occasion of their wedding. he boxes are used to hold sindoor, ornaments, and jewellery.