The Minute Tortoise - Dhokra Work of Art
$18
Dhokra is one art, preserved by a handful of artisans in the nook and cranny of a few states in India, especially Odisha. Having flourished about 4000 years ago, the ancient method of making metal artefacts by a wax-casting technique and using only natural raw materials is still followed untouched by modern developments.
Note: This tortoise sculpture can be hand sculpted in numbers over a specific time frame.
| Dimension | 8cm x 5cm |
| MEDIUM | Brass |
| COLLECTIONS | Dhokra Works |
| Weight | 0.1 kg |
| Price | $18 |
| Product Code | acsgdbtorm-67 |
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