Is a craft form of Harappa & Mohenjo-Daro Civilizations. Made of 16 intricate steps without help of any moulds, each product being a master piece in itself is a significant distinction of Bastar Dhokra, from other Dhokra Crafts, made in different parts of the World.
The Craft mostly depicts, the rustic life style of the tribal communities of the region and their close proximity with Nature. This amazing artwork can be a good choice for the decoration of your home, office tabletop, wall shelves, and exquisite collectibles, besides making the perfect gift for any occasion.
About Bastar Art:
Dhokra products are cast in bell metal by lost wax process. The Craft displays, an intriguing finish having bell metal wire work all over accomplished through the vanishing wax technique. Dhokra or Bell metal is an alloy of brass and bronze. The designs mainly involve intricate handwork of drawing and arranging of the bell metal wires. Mostly, the Dhokra Products depict the tribal culture, people, animals and nature.
The Dhokra Metal Craft has its very foundation laid in the religious beliefs and practices of the people.
Bastar Dhokra has been Conferred with the Geographical Indication (GI) status in 2008 with GI Number 62.
