Breaking Boundaries !!
"At the outset, we were all united as one in Gondwana!"
Artistry transcends borders and cultures, and when we examine the creative expressions of the Gond Tribe of India, the Aboriginals of Australia, and Native American communities, we discover a fascinating similarity in the use of dots and dashes in their art forms.
Before we explain what was Gondwana, here are some beautiful contemporary gond artworks in utility pieces done by our associated social enterprises. You can buy and explore the gond collection by clicking on them.
Gondwana was a supercontinent that existed from the Neoproterozoic era (approximately 600 million years ago) until the early Cenozoic era (around 180 million years ago). It was an ancient landmass that encompassed what is now South America, Africa, Antarctica, Australia, the Indian subcontinent, and the Arabian Peninsula. The breakup of Gondwana played a significant role in the fragmentation of common crafts and cultures among its once-connected landmasses.
These art forms not only serve as a means of storytelling but also as a bridge between the past and present. They remind us of the timeless universality of human expression and the enduring ties that bind us to the earth.
Across these diverse cultures, dots and dashes are employed to convey deep cultural narratives, spirituality, and connections to the natural world.
In Gond art, intricate dots and dashes intricately depict the flora and fauna of the forest, celebrating their harmonious coexistence with nature.
Aboriginal art, with its dot painting technique, communicates Dreamtime stories, ancestral knowledge, and a profound spiritual connection to the land.
Similarly, Native American art often features symbolic dots and dashes, conveying rich tales of tribal histories, ceremonies, and the interconnectedness of all living beings.
Interestingly, India hosts the biggest population of Gond Tribe, and here are a few examples of the Gond artists who have made their name worldwide.
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