{"product_id":"the-dancing-tribal-couple-handmade-dokra-art","title":"The Dancing Tribal Couple – Handmade Dokra Art","description":"\u003ch1\u003eGI-Tagged Jharkhand Dokra 'Dancing Tribal Couple' with Dholak Figurine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCapture the Ancient Rhythms of Jharkhand in Your Home.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring a touch of pre-historic artistry and authentic tribal culture into your living space with this captivating Dokra (Dhokra) couple figurine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-casted by traditional artisans in Jharkhand using a technique that dates back over 4,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e000 years,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this piece is more than just decor; it's a piece of living history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Artisan's Tale: A Symphony of Metal and Clay\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exquisite,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e authentic Dokra sculpture depicts a joyful tribal couple,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e celebrating the vibrant cultural heritage of the Chota Nagpur plateau.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The male figure is shown playing a traditional 'dholak' (drum),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while the female figure,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e adorned in traditional attire and elaborate headwear (complete with a feather detail),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stands beside him,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e seemingly in a pose of dance and welcome.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe figurine is defined by the iconic,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e intricate \"coil-work\" texture characteristic of Dokra art,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e meticulously rendered in a rustic brass finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Every line,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e curve,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and detail - from the patterns on their clothes to the feathers and the dholak's shell - is a testament to the master craftsman's skill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Sacred Art of Lost-Wax Casting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece is crafted using the ancient \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eCire Perdue\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Lost-Wax) casting technique,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a process requiring extreme patience and skill:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClay Core:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Artisans first hand-mold a unique core from fine clay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWax Sculpture:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A detailed,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e intricate pattern of the figurine,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e complete with the fine coiled threads,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is meticulously sculpted over the clay core using a special wax mixture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClay Mold:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The wax sculpture is then enclosed in layers of finer and coarser clay to form a thick,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e secure mold,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e complete with small pouring holes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCasting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The entire mold is heated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The molten wax melts and runs out (hence \"lost-wax\"),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and instantly,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e molten brass (a non-ferrous alloy) is poured into the now-empty cavity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Final Form:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e After cooling,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the outer clay mold is meticulously broken away to reveal the raw metal sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each mold is used only once,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e making every single piece uniquely distinct.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGuaranteed Authentic: GI-Tagged Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA masterpiece like this deserves to be celebrated and protected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e We are proud to confirm that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ethis specific piece of Jharkhand Dokra was granted a Geographical Indication (GI) Tag in 2026.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GI tag is your guarantee of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A certification that this product is truly handcrafted by artisans from Jharkhand,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e preserving their indigenous heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Integrity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The assurance that the traditional lost-wax casting and artistic designs are preserved.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtisan Welfare:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Your purchase directly supports the livelihood of the tribal art community.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details \u0026amp; Styling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Raw Brass (non-ferrous alloy) with a rich,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e antique patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Authentic Lost-Wax Casting (Handmade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubject:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Dancing Tribal Couple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Jharkhand,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e       Styling Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis rustic masterpiece makes an elegant statement on a bookshelf,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mantelpiece,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or console table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace it under focused warm lighting to accentuate the intricate coil patterns and antique patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts timeless,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e earthy appeal makes it a perfect centerpiece for bohemian,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e traditional,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and eclectic home interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA unique and meaningful gift for art collectors,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e heritage enthusiasts,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or a special wedding\/housewarming present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo maintain its antique luster,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e simply wipe it gently with a dry,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e soft cloth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Avoid harsh 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