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Saturday, June 20, 2009

Do You Hear the Sound -- Jingle Trucks?

By Sam Shaw

Using vehicles as a means of artistic expression is not something that is all that new. In fact, it is quite popular in many parts of the world.

There have been many types of vehicles used for artistic expression in North America, but the practice has spread to other countries and continents including several Asian Countries. They came up with their own forms of art. A lot of the times you will see such works of art within nations that are experiencing some sort of conflict, or even war that has torn their country to shreds. This may be the reason for the existence of these works of art. They are known as Jingle Trucks because of the chains that hang off of them creating a sort of jingling sound.

These jingle trucks are commonly found in places like India and Afghanistan. They are heavily decorated with an assortment of bright colors and decorative items. They are quite commonly seen all over the place. Often the artist will also hang some pendants or other trinkets from the truck as well. You can find scenes from an entire tapestry all over just one truck.

It really is incredible when you get the chance to witness the sheer amount of artistic talent that goes into vehicles of this type.

The intrigue of these vehicles might be due to the fact that they are the only thing of color within the desolation of a place like Afghanistan. The pictures on these vehicles show wonderful scenes such as running water and lush grassland, and it is virtually nowhere to be seen in such a place. The colors on these vehicles are always bright stand out. This ensures that everyone around will want to see the artistic spectacle. They are truly a one of a kind phenomenon in that environment.

Sometimes it is thought that the artists are simply showing their hope for a future that may be unattainable. Nonetheless it is a hope for a land where everyone can live in peace. Is that not a wonderful thought?

Usually these jingle trucks show some kind of paradise. It is a sort of Promised Land in which everyone can live together peacefully without any sort of conflict or strife. The trucks usually display magnificent scenes such as lush grasslands, and anything that a person could possibly associate with peace. These are often symbols of hope just by having the pleasure of gazing upon them. If you have never seen one of these jingle trucks up close, then it is worth your while to go out of your way to experience it. There are many spots in which you can find pictures of these beauties.

There is not a lot of detail explaining the history of jingle trucks. Unless you get an opportunity to travel to Afghanistan, you may not have many chances to ask about them.

There is something about art on wheels that is not quite like anything else. It has the ability to constantly be on the go, to attract the attention of everyone around. It is possible to get small, toy size versions of a jingle truck.

If you do an internet search then you will easily find a place that sells these miniaturized jingle trucks as they are in an art category of their own.

Become intimate with these great art pieces. - 21396

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