Ornamental Brass Tortoise Statue – Dhokra Art
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Description
Add an ornamental touch to your home with this brass tortoise statue made from dhokra art. Handcrafted by tribal artisans, this piece is made from brass. Crafted using the ancient lost wax technique, this piece features subtle detailing and expressive features. This Tortoise is an example of timeless craftsmanship and a symbol of longevity and wisdom. Perfect for home entrance, living room and work desks, this piece will bring positive energy to home while adding a traditional touch to your space.
Product Details
- SKU Code: HD_BR_00819_GD
- Art Type : Vastu
- Product : Tortoise
- Material : Brass
- Dimensions : Length-11cms, Width-7cms, Height-5cms
- Color : Golden
- Weight: 200 gms
- Category : Decor
- Sub-category : Home Decor, Table Decor
- Packaging Content : Dhokra Art Tortoise X 1
- Country of Origin : India
Features
- Authentic Dhokra Art: This piece is crafted by skilled artisans from brass using traditional Dhokra art techniques.
- Traditional Lost-Wax Casting Technique: An ancient metal casting process where a detailed wax model is covered with clay to create a mould. When heated, the wax melts away and molten metal is poured into the hollow cavity to shape the final sculpture.
- Solid Brass Craftsmanship: Made from solid brass, ensuring durability and long-lasting quality.
- Symbolic Representation: According to Vastu, the tortoise symbolizes longevity, stability, and protection. It is ideally placed in the North, North-East, or East directions of the home.
- Home Decor: An authentic decor piece that adds meaningful charm to your home decor, office desk, or spiritual space.
History of Dhokra Art
India's rich culture, traditions, and artistic expressions are admired globally, with handwoven silks, pottery, sculpture, and more showcasing its heritage. Handcrafted products, known for their intricate designs, reflect the dedication of Indian artisans who cherish authenticity and traditional methods. What sets Indian enthusiasts of handmade products apart is their unwavering commitment to preserving these crafts, not just locally, but also on the global stage. Dhokra Art, an ancient technique from Bastar, Chhattisgarh, uses lost-wax casting to craft stunning items that depict tribal life, deities, and mythical creatures. This non-ferrous metal art is celebrated in India and beyond.
Manufacturing Process
- Creating a core: A core, slightly smaller than the desired object, is made from clay, dried in the sun, and then coated with wax.
- Creating the mould: A mould is shaped by hand using a mixture of local clay and rice chaff, often resembling a deity, animal, or everyday item.
- Applying a wax design: A thin clay layer is applied over the wax design, followed by additional layers until the mould is sufficiently thick and firm.
- Casting: Molten brass is poured into the mould.
- Cooling and finishing: Once cooled, the clay mould is broken, and the metal object is polished, filed, and burnished.
Note
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- Each product may feature slight variations in color or craftsmanship, which adds to its uniqueness and should not be viewed as defects.
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- Use soft-dry cloth for cleaning.
