Kashmiri man arranges papier-mache artefacts in Srinagar
A Kashmiri man arranges papier-mache artefacts at his workplace in Srinagar December 6, 2006. The art of papier-mache was introduced in Kashmir in the 15th century by a Kashmiri prince. The art was highly favoured by Mughal emperors of 15th and 16th century. The unique craft involves the use of paper pulp to create artefacts painted by expert craftsmen with lifelike images of kingfishers, maple leaves and other motifs REUTERS/Fayaz Kabli (INDIAN-ADMINISTERED KASHMIR)