From courtrooms to craftsmanship: Artful journey of Sagar Shumser Rana
Summary
Sagar Shumsher Rana, after studying law at Oxford, shifted from a legal career to preserving and promoting Nepali traditional art globally, founding Nepal Traditional Craft and playing a crucial role in the Nepalese art community.
Key Points
- Sagar Shumsher Rana shifted from law to arts due to political upheaval in Nepal in 1961.
- He founded Nepal Traditional Craft, the first private company exporting Nepali traditional art.
- Sagar played a key role in establishing the Nepal Handicraft Association in 1972 to promote Nepali artisans internationally.
- Despite political challenges, Sagar's efforts helped sustain and elevate Nepali traditional art and craftsmanship.
