About this Handicraft: Decorative Leather Lamps from Andhra Pradesh This form of craft is inextricably linked to the states traditional folk and cultural expression. Most of these are based on mythological figures. Lamp Shades are made by the artisans in colorful designs and patterns. The raw materials used are water proof colors paint-brush and mould is used for lamp shades. The colors which are derived from vegetables dyes like brilliant red green white yellow browns and orange are used for this art. Leather Art of Andhra Pradesh is protected under the Geographic Indication Act 1999 of Government of India and was registered by the Controller General of Patents Designs. In Andhra Pradesh artisans practice this as a hereditary craft. About the brand: TARAKASHI or Story of Handicrafts signifies that every craft has its own story and legacy of origin. The magic is in unearthing these hidden treasures from different states of India: genuine handicrafts that are hand-made at the source of the art. We are passionately working together with awarded artists with the purpose of bringing unique crafts directly to craft-lovers. This direct linkage with the roots of art by avoiding middlemen ensures that these artists get recognized & art lovers get genuine handicrafts. We believe that every home deserves to be a canvas where you can beautify your own story with these treasured handicrafts.