Horse Candlestick Holder

Bring atouch of class to your candles with this stylish horse design candle holder

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Description

Discover the ancient allure of Bastar ironwork with our exclusive collection. Handcrafted by skilled artisans from the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh, India, our Bastar ironwork pieces are a fusion of tradition, culture, and craftsmanship. Each piece is meticulously crafted using ancient techniques passed down through generations, resulting in unique and exquisite works of art. Our elegant home decor accents and functional accessories are statement pieces showcasing the beauty and craftsmanship of Bastar ironwork.

Details

Material Iron
Colour Black
Time to Make 10 - 20 days

Dimensions

Weight (kg) 0.5kg
Length (in) 9in
Width (in) 10in
Height (in) NA

Delivery

Delivery by Air 10 days
Delivery by Ship 30 days

Origin of Craft

Name of Craft Bastar Iron Craft
GI Certified Craft Y
Period of Origin 19th Century AD
Country India
Geographical Region of Artisan Bastar, Chattisgarh
About the Craft HISTORY OF BASTAR IRON CRAFT The tradition of iron craft is passed down from generation to generation and the craftsmen are highly skilled and very creative as it clearly reflects in their craft. Lohshilp (Wrought Iron Craft) is one of the most unique and the oldest crafts from Bastar, Chattisgarh, in which the iron is heated and beaten to the desired thickness and shape. It has an artistic and elegant appeal regardless of its simplistic form. The art originated from the Iron Smith Community that used to make farming and hunting implements for tribes. Over the years, the craft has beautifully evolved into an artistic form and so has its worldwide demand. Wrought Iron Work is mainly practiced by the Lohar community and concentrated in the Bastar district of Chattisgarh with Kondagaon, Umargaon and Gunagaon being the main centers. The tradition of iron craft is passed down from generation to generation and the craftsmen are highly skilled and very creative, as clearly reflected in their craft. HOW IT IS CRAFTED The raw material used for the Bastar Iron Craft is predominantly recycled iron scrap, taken from households or markets. The main tools used are Dhukna Sar (furnace), Muthli (hammer), Chimtas (forceps), Sandasis (tongs) and Chenni (chisels). These tools are made locally by the lohars themselves. The process starts with scrap iron being repeatedly beaten when it is hot. It requires no casting and moulding. The desired shape to this Iron Craft is given carefully by beating it at necessary spots. Then unnecessary portions are cut away and filed to remove sharp objects. On completion, a varnish coat is applied to enhance the luster. Both hollow and solid figures are made. For making a hollow figure, iron sheets are folded, cut and filed as per the need of the form. In a solid figure the main body parts are made first and then the detailing is done with the help of small chisels.

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