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The dynamic and active Aka Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh is well-known for its arts based on bamboo. One of the significant art forms of this tribe is the double-edged comb, which is hand-carved by Aka artisans who have been mastering the trade for centuries. It is used for grooming and has been valued as a natural creation and a heritage item for generations.
Members of the Aka tribe are master craftsmen with bamboo, and this type of comb is made of local bamboo, hence guaranteed durable and environment-friendly. It is double-ended; one end usually has fine teeth and the other course teeth, thus serving more practical purposes for hair diversity. This signifies the use of natural materials with traditional methods of carving built in ages: the close touch of the tribe and relationship with nature, and much sustainability for living.
Members of the Aka tribe are master craftsmen with bamboo, and this type of comb is made of local bamboo, hence guaranteed durable and environment-friendly. It is double-ended; one end usually has fine teeth and the other course teeth, thus serving more practical purposes for hair diversity. This signifies the use of natural materials with traditional methods of carving built in ages: the close touch of the tribe and relationship with nature, and much sustainability for living.
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The dynamic and active Aka Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh is well-known for its arts based on bamboo. One of the significant art forms of this tribe is the double-edged comb, which is hand-carved by Aka artisans who have been mastering the trade for centuries. It is used for grooming and has been valued as a natural creation and a heritage item for generations.
Members of the Aka tribe are master craftsmen with bamboo, and this type of comb is made of local bamboo, hence guaranteed durable and environment-friendly. It is double-ended; one end usually has fine teeth and the other course teeth, thus serving more practical purposes for hair diversity. This signifies the use of natural materials with traditional methods of carving built in ages: the close touch of the tribe and relationship with nature, and much sustainability for living.
Members of the Aka tribe are master craftsmen with bamboo, and this type of comb is made of local bamboo, hence guaranteed durable and environment-friendly. It is double-ended; one end usually has fine teeth and the other course teeth, thus serving more practical purposes for hair diversity. This signifies the use of natural materials with traditional methods of carving built in ages: the close touch of the tribe and relationship with nature, and much sustainability for living.
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To an extent that goes beyond its functional values, a comb also translates social and cultural values in the lives of the Aka people. Sometimes, they come individually crafted, as gifts, with simple engravings, adding some aesthetics from the Aka angle.
Modernization has, however, not stopped the Aka Tribe from continuing with this age-old craft. Bamboo comb making holds precious knowledge and skill, which have been transferred from one generation to another. Marketing is being done for these eco-friendly products at local and international levels.
Modernization has, however, not stopped the Aka Tribe from continuing with this age-old craft. Bamboo comb making holds precious knowledge and skill, which have been transferred from one generation to another. Marketing is being done for these eco-friendly products at local and international levels.
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