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Masks Bags and Toys Scarves and Sarongs Wood Carvings Temple Drawings

Traditional Sri Lankan arts and crafts individually handmade by local artisans

"To me the beauty of Ceylon lies not so much in its blue seas and golden beaches, its jungles and its mountain peaks, as in its ancient atmosphere. There is no nation, from Egypt of the Pharaohs to modern Britian, in whose literature this island has not at some time been mentioned by one or other of its many names -- Lanka, Serendib, Taprobane, Cellao, Zellan, Ceylon to recall a few. History lies buried in its sands, and ghosts of romance lurk among its bastioned rocks, for Lanka is very, very old." D. J. G. Hennessy, GREEN AISLES, 1949	Isle de Ceylan Alain Manesson Mallet, c. 1686v
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Historically, Sri Lankan craftwork, and artistry have been taught and passed down through the generations with the utmost pride and attention to detail thereby preserving the dignity of the culture and the artisan's heritage. As a native Sri Lankan, it is my pride and honour to introduce Sri Lankan culture and its arts and crafts directly to you. I work closely with the artisans to keep alive these traditional artistic expressions such as mask making, wood carving, and handloom weaving, and to increase awareness outside of Sri Lanka of this beautiful culture and its handicrafts Every item you see here is carefully selected by me while honouring the Artists and the Fair Trade practice. I am adding new items frequently and also participate in art shows in the Chicago area. Please check back or join my e-mail list for updates. I hope you enjoyed your visit and please return soon! Thank you, Thamara Dittmeier Please click here for my catalogue ThamaraSD@yahoo.com 847-858-9002