The Art and Crafts In Cambodia

The Art and Crafts owes its existence way back in the ancient days when god-kings established the huge monuments of Angkor. Cambodia is a country in South East Asia which is known for its art and crafts. The Art and Crafts are worth appreciating wherein weaving, carving and sculpting are given huge importance. The concept of silk weaving, basket making, wood carving, silver working and stone sculpting are some of the ancient traditions of Khmer ancestors that last till date in the region of Cambodia.

Weaving of basket is one of the popular Art and Crafts. The women's of the Seam Reap province weave platters, baskets, plates and bowls from day to dusk, which are ultimately exported to other countries.

Yet another famed Art and Crafts is the intricate Wood carving. Every house in the village ensures that their pillars are beautifully carved with detailed designs of moons, stars, fruits and flowers.

The villagers of Kampong Luoung, the old Royal port in Kandal Province are known for their masterwork in the area of silver. Watch them crafting silver bowls, fine plates, trays, cutlery and candlesticks in different forms and shapes that are ultimately sold in the international market.

Pass through a traditional Khmer house along the warehouse building in Phnom Penh, which exudes an excellent impression handicrafts of the region. The inscriptions of mythical characters on the wall and the dancing Apsaras that are brilliantly carved are something that would surely catch your attention.

The Government has initiated several long-term rural development programs for the natives wherein one can avail an opportunity to learn the arts of their ancestors. The primeval customs of weaving, sculpting and carving have conceded from generations to generations that have ultimately boosted the Culture.

The Bassac Crafts Center along with other organizations like Sobbhana Foundation, Lotus Pond, the School of Fine Arts Association, Tabitha, Wat Than Crafts, Khemara House, JSRC, the Women's Association and Krousar Thney; aims at supporting the poor families of the area by selling their crafts and handicrafts thereby inspiring the culture of traditional Art and Crafts.