Fly Whisks "Chauri" From Mughal India "An Archaeological, Artistic And Comparative Study"

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Lecturer, Department of Archeology, College of Arts, New Valley University (EGYPT)

Abstract

 
The Present Study searches in an important theme which indicates to the high ranks in Mongol Indian Society, Fly Whisk "Chawri". This paper includes study of that theme and its using significance, as it was used as indication to the high rank person in Mongol Indian Period, In addition there are indications to the Types and materials of the Fly whisk "Chawri".
This research also studies the Decorations of the Fly Whisk and reasons of floral Decorations domination. The study also indicates the differences between Fly Whisks as a bibelot and which was displayed on the Manuscripts. It also indicates to the reasons of richness in Chawri manufacturing and Illustrations which appeared in the Precious metals, precious stones and Ivory which was profusely available in India as well as  the proficiency and Creativity in decoration motifs.
 

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