Dhokra (also spelt Dokra) is non–ferrous metal casting using the lost-wax casting technique. This sort of metal casting has been used in India for over 4,000 years and is still used. One of the …

2013年3月1日 · Dhokra craftsmen are artists first and metal workers later. It is bees-wax and not metal that permits them to give material shape to the creative images they form in their mind. …

2024年8月23日 · The prehistoric archaeometallurgical Dokra or Dhokra art is based on copper-based alloys manufactured using a ‘lost wax casting’ technique called ‘cire perdue’ in French. …

2021年2月26日 · Dhokra is a metal casted art that uses the ancient lost-wax casting technique. This art is said to be the first of its kind to use a non-ferrous metal like copper and its alloys – …

2024年6月1日 · Dhokra art is inherently unique, with no two pieces ever exactly alike. Odisha’s Dhokra stands out for its distinctive darker hue, attributed to the specific soil and wax used in …

Dhokra art is a fascinating link to India’s artistic past and a national treasure. By deliberately buying Dhokra products, we can support these artists, guarantee the survival of this age-old …

2023年9月21日 · Dhokra art is one of India's prehistoric art forms. One of the earliest expressions of this ancient art is the dancing girl artifact found from Mohenjo-Daro and Harappan …

Dhokra art is one of the oldest existing art form in India, involving casting of non-ferrous metal to create exhilarating pieces of both utility and display. Dhokra handcrafted products have been …

Travel to Odisha and experience the cultural center of Odisha Dhokra. See the process of manufacturing Dhokra firsthand, visit artisan villages, and engage with the craftspeople. To …

Dhokra art represents one of the most ancient forms of metal casting in India, tracing back to the Indus Valley Civilization. This art form is named after the Dhokra Damar tribes who have …

2024年5月3日 · Dhokra jewelry, such as earrings, necklaces, and bangles, are adorned with intricate patterns and symbols, serving as talismans of protection and prosperity. Beyond their …

Dhokra is a traditional form of metal casting practiced by tribal artisans using the lost-wax technique, a method that dates back over 4,000 years. This ancient craft is mainly used to …

2014年3月11日 · Long before faster and cheaper methods of making products came into being, the traditional metal-smith tribes of Bengal “Dhokra Damar” used to carve on wax to make ‘Bell …

Dhokra art has a rich history in India, tracing back to 4000 years. One of the earliest known lost wax artifacts is the dancing girl of Mohenjo-daro. The technique was used thousands of years …

These are the sites where the very first traces of Dhokra art were excavated in the form of the famous ‘Dancing Girl’ figurine. The prehistoric Dancing Girl statue is a bronze figurine which …

Dhokra is also known as the “lost-wax metal casting”, named after the technique followed to make it. It has gained immense popularity in India and abroad due to its primitive styling and …

2023年3月27日 · Today, the Dhokra technique is primarily used to create curios, wall art and decorative items. Dhokra products for the local market also include utilitarian and ritual …

Dhokra is non–ferrous metal casting using the lost-wax casting technique. This sort of metal casting has been used in India for over 4,000 years and is still used. The product of dhokra …

What is Dhokra Art ? The art is a non-ferrous metal casting technique known as lost-wax casting or cire perdue (in French). This technique has been known to be in existence for nearly 4000 …

Dhokra is a traditional Indian metal casting technique, over 4,000 years old, known for its exquisite, handmade metalwork using the lost-wax casting method. Crafted by skilled artisans …