Sanjhi is the temple art of cutting impossibly fine paper stencils to print Krishna-leela rangoli on the waters and floors of Vrindavan. Once a guarded devotional craft, its lace-like paper cuttings are now framed as art.
- Region of origin:
- Uttar Pradesh
- Materials:
- paper
- Techniques:
- hand-cut stencil (scissor work)
- HS code (customs):
- 4823
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About Sanjhi Paper Stencil Art
Sanjhi is the temple art of cutting impossibly fine paper stencils to print Krishna-leela rangoli on the waters and floors of Vrindavan. Once a guarded devotional craft, its lace-like paper cuttings are now framed as art.
- Region of origin
- Uttar Pradesh
- Materials
- paper
- Techniques
- hand-cut stencil (scissor work)
- HS code (customs)
- 4823
How it’s made
hand-cut stencil (scissor work)
The makers
Crafted by Vrindavan Sanjhi artists of Uttar Pradesh.
Buying Sanjhi Paper Stencil Art — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Sanjhi Paper Stencil Art pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Sanjhi Paper Stencil Art piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- What does an authentic Sanjhi Paper Stencil Art piece cost?
- Handmade Sanjhi Paper Stencil Art typically ranges from ₹500 to ₹30,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Sanjhi Paper Stencil Art piece?
- Keep Sanjhi Paper Stencil Art out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin