Dokra Peacock Dancing – DDJs25105

The Indus Valley Civilization has left the country with great contributions in the area of both ethnic and cultural aspects. One such influence in the field of stonework and artwork is the skill of Dokra casting. The figurine depicts a beautiful dancing peacock. Ideal for decorating your living space, your showpiece wardrobe, or your bedroom. Can be considered as a gift option for your loved ones. Depicts Dokra Art which is 100% handmade in brass using lost-wax casting technique. The product is lead-free. Comes in a raw antique finish. No harsh chemicals are used. Dyed with vegetable and floral colors. Made with love by the rural artisans of Bengal.

*The figurine depicts Dokra Dashabhuja and the scene of Mahishasur Mordini standing on a beautifully engraved & designed stand.
*Ideal for decorating homes or temples
*Great as a gift option for your loved ones
*Depicts Dokra Art which is 100% handmade in brass using the lost-wax casting technique
*The product is lead-free
*Comes in a raw antique finish
*No harsh chemicals. Dyed with vegetable and floral colors.
*Made with love by the rural artisans of Bengal*

Dhokra is a metal-casted art that uses the ancient lost-wax casting technique.  Dhokra also known as Dokra is non–ferrous metal casting using the lost-wax casting technique. One of the earliest known lost wax artifacts is the dancing girl of Mohenjo-Daro. 

Dokra art is a non-ferrous metal craft that uses the cire perdue or the lost wax technique.  It is a labor-intensive and time-consuming process.

The main ingredients of the process involve acquiring metal sheets or pieces, clay and chaff for the mold, and wood for the furnace to heat the wax.