Author: Joshi, P.P. ; & Chaudhuri, D.K.
Title: Tripura. Handicraft Survey Report: Cane & Bamboo
Description: Delhi, Controller of Publications, (1989). orig.wrappers. 28x21cm, vii,236pp, Census of India-1981. Part X-D. Series 21. Includes 30pp photos; pages 82-203 consist of textual tables. 30pp photoplates. some rubbing,page corner stain,Good ¶ Printer's colophon published on rear cover reads: "PRG 11.81 (Tripura) -30 o - 1989 (DSK II)" [ie: published in an edition of 300 copies] An in-depth study of the cane and bamboo basketry,ornaments and wicker-furniture crafts of Tripura state, detailing history of origin and development of the craft; craftsmen in their rural setting ;process of learning; manufacturing process; marketing; craft & employment

Keywords: Traditional crafts, Basketry, Folk crafts, Sociology, Anthropology, Tripura, Northeast India, Census of India, Social statistics, Cane Bamboo