Dhokra Art

Dokhra art is a traditional tribal craft form that originated in the tribal region of a Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh, India. It is a unique form of metal casting, where the artisans use the "lost wax technique" to create intricate designs and motifs.

The process of making Dokhra art involves creating a clay model of the desired design, which is then coated with a mixture of beeswax and resin. Once the wax model is ready, it is covered with a layer of clay and left to dry. The clay mold is then heated, causing the wax to melt and flow out, leaving behind a cavity that is then filled with molten metal.

The artisans mainly use brass, bronze, and bell metal to create Dokhra art. The metal is heated and poured into the clay mold, which is then left to cool and solidify. The clay is then broken away to reveal the final metal sculpture, which is then polished and finished with intricate designs and patterns.

Dokhra art is known for its rustic and earthy appeal, and the motifs used in this art form are inspired by nature, tribal life, and mythology. The artisans who create Dokhra art are traditionally from the tribal communities of Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh and have been practicing this craft for generations.