The perforated bag is crafted out of brass in the traditional dhokra technique. A classic example of sculptural excellence, the bag reveals a greater degree of accomplishment and satisfaction on the part of the craftsman. The work is crafted with the ancient dhokra technique, a laborious lost wax process practiced in the region. First, a model is sculpted of clay and dried in the sun; it is then covered with beeswax and more clay, forming a mold. The piece is cast, cleaned and again dried in the sun. Finally, it is heated in the ground for five days and polished.
The beautiful image of the Garbha musician has been nicely crafted in the traditional dhokra style revealing some greater level of artistic excellence and sculptural refinement. The tribal artist is shown playing the drum with his both hands. He is also shown wearing nice clothes. The figure has been crafted in the lost wax technique. The figurine attests to the refined excellence of the dhokra artists and their desire to preserve this fine art. Meaning "oldest," dhokra is a crafting tradition dating as far back as 2000 B.C.. Dhokra art is largely associated with the tribal groups of northern India, including Vindhyas and the Eastern Ghats, Bihar and its surroundings, Orissa, Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal. Myriad images are cast in the dhokra tradition as artisans preserve their millenary culture, custom and belief through the wondrous pieces they create.
The beautiful portrait of the Bheel girl is given a refine and detail treatment in the traditional dhokra format. The portrait reveals a deep sense of gravity of womanhood. Bheel tribes are predominent in Madhya Pradesh and other Central Indian states. Dhokra (meaning "oldest,") is a crafting tradition dating as far back as 2000 B.C. and this art is mainly associated with the tribal groups of northern India. Myriad images are cast in the dhokra tradition as artisans preserve their millenary culture, custom and belief through the wondrous pieces they create.
The beautiful Batik painting depicts two attractive women against the background of nature. They are wearing some refine clothes and a greater degree of feminine beauty and gracefulness is manifest. They are wearing ear rings and bright eyes sparkle in the painting. Batik paintings are mostly centered on West Bengal, Orissa and Tamil Nadu in India and are known for their originality, uniqueness and finesse. Batik is the art of creating images on the cotton cloth using wax resist method.
The artist has meticulously crafted the goddess of wealth and prosperity perched on the elephant. Set in Dhokra style, the figure has been made using the lost wax method. Popular among the tribal people of Madhya Pradesh, Bengal and Orissa, the Dhokra style can be trace back to the 2000 BC. One of the finest specimen of excellent craftsmanship, the figure reflects the meticulous treatment the artists have given to it.
The rainbow moonstone pendant reflect the serene beauty of the Moon with a spectacular sense of treatment. Marvelous moonstone soaked in spectacular silver with a deep sense of refinement make the pendant a womens proud possession. Every woman would love to have them from her beloved as a token of love. Moonstone's elegant beauty and long heritage make moonstone one of the most familiar gem quality members of the feldspar group. Moonstone is composed of two intermingled feldspar species and because of this specific quality, when light falls between these thin layers, it scatters in many directions producing the phenomenon called adularescence.
Crafted in the age-old dhokra technique, the brass figurine reflects gleaming artistry of this genre of style. The towel hanger shows the perfection of a handcrafted legacy in its detailed form. The figurine attests to the refined excellence of the dhokra artists, their hands guided by a desire to preserve their fine art. The figure has some sparkling designs on it and the method of lost wax is being applied in this technique of brass making. Dhokra art is largely practiced by the tribal groups of northern India, including Vindhyas and the Eastern Ghats, Bihar and its surroundings, Orissa, Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal. Numerous images are cast in the dhokra tradition as artisans preserve their millenary culture, custom and belief through the wondrous pieces they create.
Crafted out of Sterling Silver and Amethyst Stone, the beautiful bracelet gives an impression of elegance and magnificence. If you are going for an evening party, the bracelet will give you an element of superiority and gravity. Amethyst is a kind of quartz and is purple in colour. This gemstone is worn by those born in the moth of February. A popular gemstone, the term 'amethyst' is derived from the Greek and means "not drunken. There is a belief that amethyst would ward off the effects of alcohol. Its color is awesome, and even other, more expensive purple gemstones are often compared to its color and beauty.
Amethyst can occur as long prismatic crystals that have a six sided pyramid at either end or can form as druzes that are crystalline crusts that only show the pointed terminations. As a mineral specimen, amethyst is popular for its color and nice crystal shapes that produce a handsome, purple, sparkling cluster.
The beautiful figure of Lord Ganesha is given a refine and embellished treatment in the traditional dhokra craft. One of the most popular gods in Hinduism, Lord Ganesha is the son of Lord Shiva, one of the Trinity, the other two being Lord Brahma and Vishnu, and Parvati. Lord Ganesha is worshipped at the beginning of any ritual to get rid of any obstacles. The figure contains someexquisite carvings on it.
Weight : 700 gm
Size : 10"x4.5"
The heavenly sensual beauty and gorgeous attraction come alive in the spectacular Batik painting. One of the most celebrated painting styles in India; this genre of painting celebrates the glory of colour and gaiety. Batik paintings are mostly centered on West Bengal, Orissa and Tamil Nadu in India and are known for their originality, uniqueness and finesse. Batik is the art of creating images on the cotton cloth using wax resist method. According to Hindu mythology, Apsaras are the most beautiful women who reside in the Heaven and they entertain the gods.
The beautiful mask is given a refine and detail treatment in the traditional dhokra method. The mask can be used as a decorative item. It is being crafted with the ancient dhokra technique, a laborious lost wax process practiced in Central India. First, a model is sculpted of clay and dried in the sun; it is then covered with beeswax and more clay, forming a mold. The piece is cast, cleaned and again dried in the sun. Finally, it is heated in the ground for five days and polished and the final figure comes out with some exquisite carvings.
The spectacular bracelet celebrates the beauty of back. Nicely crafted with black onyx, the bracelet has a rare degree of refinement and accomplishment. black onyx is a form of quartz. Pure black onyx is common, and perhaps the most famous variety, but not as common as onyx with banded colors. Black onyx is cut into beads, and is also used for intaglios and cameos, where the bands make the image contrast with the ground. Some onyx is natural but much is produced by the staining of agate.
- Product Code: 3799
- Size: 7.25" L
- Weight: 18 gm.
- Material: Sterling Silver and Black Onyx Stone
The beautiful figure of mother goddess Dhanalakshmi is given a refine and detail treatment in the traditional dhokra method. Her embellished figure contains lot of ornaments and rich drapery. The goddess of prosperity and wealth is one of the most popular female gods in Hinduism and it is believed that worshipping her brings fortune and wealth.
In this Batik painting popular god Venkateswara, who is also known as Srinivasa, Balaji and Venkatachalapati is given a prolific treatment with variegated colours being used in abundance. He is a form of the Hindu god Vishnu. Venkateswara is a god who destroys the sins of the people. According to the Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu, out of his love towards his devotees, incarnated as Venkateswara and appeared for the salvation and upliftment of humanity in this Kali Yuga age. He is considered the supreme form of Vishnu in this age. The Venkateswara swami temple is also called Kaliyuga Vaikuntam.
There is a belief that Lord Kubera gave money to the Lord Venkateshwara for his marriage with Padmavati. Keeping this in mind, the devotees visiting Tirupati donate money, gold in Venkateshwara's Hundi ("Donation pot"), so that he can repay Lord Kubera.
According to Sthala Purana, once some sages headed by Kasyapa performed a sacrifice on the banks of the Ganges. Then Narada visited them and asked the reason for the sacrifice. The sages were confused as they were not aware of the cause of the sacrifice. Finally, they approached Sage Bhrigu, who was believed to have an extra eye in the sole of his foot. Sage Bhrigu visited Satyaloka (the abode of Lord Brahma), Kailasa (the abode of Lord Shiva) and Vaikunta (the abode of Lord Vishnu).
However none of the Gods paid any attention to Bhrigu. At Vaikunta, the sage was so infuriated that he kicked the Lord on Vishnu’s chest, the place where Mahalakshmi resides. Lord Vishnu pulled out Bhrigu’s extra eye that was his egotism. The sage finally realized his mistake and apologized to Vishnu. Thereupon, the sage concluded that Lord Vishnu was the most supreme of the Trimurti and told the rishis the same.
Meanwhile, an infuriated Mahalakshmi left Vaikuntha and started residing in Karavirapur now known as Kolhapur.
Lord Vishnu also left Vaikunta and came down to Earth. He took abode in an ant-hill under a tamarind tree. Brahma and Maheshwara decided to assume the forms of a cow and its calf to serve Lord Vishnu. And thus Lord Vishnu came to be known as Lord Venkatesa.
