Antique Dhokra Bookends - Folk Musician Playing "Dafli"

Handmade bookends of folk musician playing tambourine known as kanjeera or dafli in local language in India. It is a framed drum used mainly as folk song and bhajan instrument. The bookends are made of antique brass using Dhokra technique.

• Package Contents: 2 piece bookends

The Art:
Dhokra artefacts can be traced back as early as Mohenjo-daro. It is the oldest traditional technique of casting metal. The name of the art is derived from the fact that it is greatly practiced by Dhokra damar tribe.

The Artisan:
This Dhokra art work is made by Jai Hind Thakur from Chattisgarh.

Product Note :This product is hand-painted / handcrafted by the artisans. Hence, there is a possibility of slight variations in colour or designs. The asymmetry present in handmade product makes it truly unique and beautiful.