Bhil Tribe Man Cutting Bamboo to Make Brush for Mandana Art

15-May-2026

This image shows a man from the Bhil tribe in Sagwara village, Dungarpur district of Rajasthan cutting bamboo to make a brush for Mandana art. This step is part of traditional tool-making using natural resources.

The selected bamboo is later processed to create a brush (kunchi) by beating its tip to separate the fibers. This forms a natural brush that can absorb white clay effectively and create fine lines in Mandana designs.

The image highlights that Mandana art includes not only drawing but also the making of traditional tools, reflecting the self-reliant practices of the Bhil tribe.