LUMINOUS TOTEM
Woven strands of metal come together to form this four layer totem.
Woven strands of metal come together to form this four layer totem.
Craft Type: Dhokra
The art of Dhokra is showcased through the glistening furrows of this totem. Each pebble has a different pattern, intricately woven in wax and cast in metal.
This product is meticulously handcrafted, and as a result, slight variations in colors, textures, and forms are natural.
This product is made to order and shipping and taxes will be additional.
Made in: Chhattisgarh
Material: Dhokra
Dimensions (cm): 30.5(L) x 30.5(B) x 90.3(H)
Dimensions (inches): 12(L) x 12(B) x 35.5(H)
Weight: 22,685 grams
No. of pieces in a set: 1, One Totem
Named after the 'Dhokar Damar,' a nomadic tribe from West Bengal, parts of Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha, Dhokra craft is an enduring art form with a history spanning almost 4,000 years. This craft showcases splendid artistry demonstrated by skilled craftspeople who have followed these traditional methods for generations. It highlights a rich cultural tradition where creative minds express unique art forms through intricate and enduring designs.
As a metal casting art, the process involves extracting metal from minerals, combining different soils, preparing molds, pouring metal into these molds for shaping, adding wax threads, and finishing with a potassium solution to achieve final textures and hues. This art finds application beyond traditional kitchens.
Artisans craft exquisite pieces using riverbed clay, riverside clay, and cow dung, along with essential raw materials like bee wax and brass. Creating Dhokra art demands shaping of clay, delicate coiling of bee wax, and careful recoating with clay before the final brass casting.
Usage guide: Use for decorative purpose
Cleaning guide:
DO:
- Use only dry cloth to remove dust
- Keep away from water
DON’T:
- Use wet cloth or chemicals to remove dust
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Craft Type: Dhokra
The art of Dhokra is showcased through the glistening furrows of this totem. Each pebble has a different pattern, intricately woven in wax and cast in metal.
This product is meticulously handcrafted, and as a result, slight variations in colors, textures, and forms are natural.
This product is made to order and shipping and taxes will be additional.
Made in: Chhattisgarh
Material: Dhokra
Dimensions (cm): 30.5(L) x 30.5(B) x 90.3(H)
Dimensions (inches): 12(L) x 12(B) x 35.5(H)
Weight: 22,685 grams
No. of pieces in a set: 1, One Totem
Named after the 'Dhokar Damar,' a nomadic tribe from West Bengal, parts of Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha, Dhokra craft is an enduring art form with a history spanning almost 4,000 years. This craft showcases splendid artistry demonstrated by skilled craftspeople who have followed these traditional methods for generations. It highlights a rich cultural tradition where creative minds express unique art forms through intricate and enduring designs.
As a metal casting art, the process involves extracting metal from minerals, combining different soils, preparing molds, pouring metal into these molds for shaping, adding wax threads, and finishing with a potassium solution to achieve final textures and hues. This art finds application beyond traditional kitchens.
Artisans craft exquisite pieces using riverbed clay, riverside clay, and cow dung, along with essential raw materials like bee wax and brass. Creating Dhokra art demands shaping of clay, delicate coiling of bee wax, and careful recoating with clay before the final brass casting.
Usage guide: Use for decorative purpose
Cleaning guide:
DO:
- Use only dry cloth to remove dust
- Keep away from water
DON’T:
- Use wet cloth or chemicals to remove dust
