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The pachyderm gets a royal treatment in this spectacular brass figure. A symbol of gravity and prosperity, elephant is a status symbol for the tribal people of North India. The brass figure is cast in the traditional Dhora technique. Lost wax method is a laborious technique of casting brass figure and it is practiced in North India. In this technique, first a model is sculpted of clay and dried in the sun. Then it is covered with beeswax and more clay and a mold is formed. 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 Kalamkari painting depicts the royal court of Ayodhya in a most detailed and minute manner. Ram, Sita, Laxman, and others are given a refine treatment. Kalmakari is an ancient and exquisite art work of painted and printed fabrics and it (Kalamkari) literally means a pen work. This art genre is hand-painted and block-printed and here vegetable dyes are applied in abundance. No artificial or chemical colours are used in such paintings. With a glorious history of more than 3000 years behind this genre, Kalamkari art has evolved over time and this legacy has been handed down from generation to generation. This genre of painting goes through a vigorous process of resist dyeing and hand printing.
The spectacular and smooth brass figure cast in the traditional dhokra method reveals a deep sense of simplicity and happiness. A simple tribal life gets vivid depiction as the artist crafts the model in ancient dhokra technique. The couple are sitting on a thatched bed. The lady is combing her hair as the gentle man is having a puff. Lost wax method is used here to cast the figures. It is an ancient method of casting brass figures practised by the tribal populace of north India.
The beautiful figure of the Goddess Lakshmi is nicely crafted out in the traditional lost wax method. Dhokra craft gets its vivid portrayal in this beautiful brass figure. The lost wax method is beautifully used. Detailed in the perfection of a handcrafted legacy, the figurine attests to the refined excellence of the dhokra artists - their hands guided by a desire to preserve their fine art. Embellish a favorite room with this unique sample of a millenary art form. 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.
Son of Lord Shiva and Parvati,Ganesha' has significant place in Hindu Culture.People worship him first of all before starting any good work.Due to his infinite qualities is called by so many names such as Gajanana,Dhoomraketu, Vakratunda,Bhalchandra,Gauriputra,Mahakaya etc. Salutations to the first Lord.
Every Knight Krishna played 'Rasleela' the virtual dance with Gopis of Vrindavana.The very play of Prakriti(Nature)and Purusha(God).
An excellent example of the ancient dhokra technique, the statuette is created through a laborious lost wax process associated with the tribal groups of northern India. The figure exalts the rich legacy of the dhokra style of sculpture. The 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.
Here the tribal lady is carrying something on left hand. A deep sense of sculptural finesse is manifest in this beautiful figure. A paradigm of the ancient dhokra technique, the statuette is crafted through a laborious lost wax process associated with the tribal groups of northern India. For this purpose, a model is sculpted of clay and dried in the sun; and later covered with beeswax and more clay, forming a mold. The precision of a surgeon, The piece is cast, cleaned and again dried in the sun. Finally, the model is heated in the ground for five days and polished. Out of this comes out a spectacular figure with sublime finesse.
Brass figure is nicely crafted. An excellent example of the ancient dhokra technique, the statuette is created through a laborious lost wax process associated with the tribal groups of northern India. For crafting a new figure ,a model is sculpted of clay and dried in the sun. Then the figure is covered with beeswax and more clay, forming a mold. The piece is cast, cleaned and again dried in the sun and finally, the figure is heated in the ground for five days and polished. The final result is a fine figure with artistic bearings.
In this spectacular dhokra sculpture, the Lord Krishna is sculpted out with the precision of a surgeon and with impeccable designs. A sublime finesse of tribal touch makes the figure more attractive. The Lord is holding his veena. A paradigm of the ancient dhokra technique, the figure is crafted through a laborious lost wax process. Such a process is closely associated with the lives of the tribal groups of northern India. For designing a figure a model is sculpted of clay and dried in the sun. The dried figure 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.
In these spectacular dhokra figurines, Lord Ganesha is depicted playing three different instruments revealing a deep sense of finesse and accomplishment. One of the most widely worshiped gods in Hindusim, Lord Ganesha is worshiped first among all Gods and that is why he is called Agraganya. A learned God, Lord Ganesha is often worshiped along with Lakshmi and such worship is believed to give us fortune and wealthsaid to have written the Mahabharata that was being dictated by Vyasa. Lord Ganesha is also the Lord of Wisdom and the Remover of Obstacles. An excellent example of the ancient dhokra technique, the statuette is created through a laborious lost wax process associated with the tribal groups of northern India. 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.
In this beautiful statue of the Lord of Wisdom, traditional dhokra technique of casting gets a vivid reflection. The Lord is standing a deep sense of gravity and satisfaction is manifest here. A sublime finesse marks the beautiful figure. An excellent example of the ancient dhokra technique, the statuette is created through a laborious lost wax process associated with the tribal groups of northern India. 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.
In this spectacular dhokra statue, the Lord Krishna, the popular deity of Hinduism, is crafted playing his flute. His immortal tune of love mesmerised the young ladies (gopis) in Vrindaban. Precision of a surgeon, flawless designs mark the figure. The figurine attests to the excellence of the dhokra artists. Their deep desire to preserve their fine arts is manifest here. Literally 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.
In this spectacular sculpture, the Lord Ganesha is standing revealing a deep sense of satisfaction and accomplishment. One of the most popular deities in Hinduism, Lord Ganesha is worshiped for his wisdom, knowledge and sagacity. He is always invoked first before undertaking any ritual and that is why he is known as Agraganya. An excellent example of the ancient dhokra technique, the figure is sculpted through a laborious lost wax process associated with the tribal groups of northern India. 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.
Brother of Lord Krishna, Lord Balaram is a key figure in the Patachitra painting. He is beautifully depicted here with some dazzling floral designs. Some floral motifs border the framework of the painting. The lines and pattern of colours have been given a strong depiction in the painting.
One of the most popular goddesses in India, Saraswati is worshiped by students across the country. She is the repository of learning and education. In this spectacular Kalamkari painting, she is holding her veena on her left hand.. A shining paradigm of beauty and an example of the ancient dhokra technique, the figure is crafted through a laborious lost wax process associated with the tribal groups of northern India. 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. Lost wax is laborious method that entails four distinct phases: 1) creation of the wax model 2) forming the mold around the wax model 3) casting of the mold and 4) finishing of the piece.
Krishna stole the cloths of gopis who were bathing fully naked in the village pond and realised them their duty and responsibility in public life.
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