Auspicious Nandi Dhokra art Idol Brass Handcrafted by Coshal Arts

Description

An artifact of Nandi is one of the most integral parts of Dhokra art. It is considered auspicious to keep one of these at homes. It is prepared in different sizes and varieties.
Dhokra making process has several steps, which include making clay model, giving designs of bee-wax on dried clay, applying two layers of clay on wax design, and creating channels for molten brass. The model is heated, then the inner layer of beeswax melts and escapes through the channels, consequently creating a space in between. This, therefore, acts as a mold. Hot liquid brass is poured into the mold through the channels. It is allowed to cool until the brass completely solidifies. Then the outer mud layer is broken to obtain a brass model. After some final finishing touches, the exquisite Dhokra art is ready!