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Black Dhokra Tribal Woman with Dhinki (Husk Lever) – Handmade Bronze Figurine | Rare Black Dhokra Metal Craft

Black Dhokra Tribal Woman with Dhinki (Husk Lever) – Handmade Bronze Figurine | Rare Black Dhokra Metal Craft

₹. 1,625.00
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Geo-Origin

Barakhama, Odisha

Product Description

Experience the soulful charm of India’s tribal heritage with this finely handcrafted Black Dhokra Tribal Woman with Dhinki (Husk Lever). This unique bronze figurine depicts a tribal woman with dhinki—a traditional husk lever (also called paharun) used for pounding grain in rural households. The artwork beautifully captures the elegance, strength, and daily rhythm of agrarian life.
Created using the legendary dokra casting technique, a Bronze Age metal-art tradition that dates back to the Indus–Saraswati Valley Civilization (5000–10000 BC), this figurine is a testament to one of the world’s oldest and most intricate craft forms. Its striking deep-black finish is achieved through the rare Black Dhokra Casting Method, making this piece a prized collectible in the world of dokra craft, dokra metal, dokra sculpture, and dokra metal craft.
Handmade entirely from scrap alloys, the piece reflects an ethos of sustainability—natural, eco-friendly, and environmentally conscious. Every sculpture is crafted by skilled artisans in a remote village of Odisha, cradled in beautiful natural surroundings where the dhokra tradition has been preserved for generations.
The detailed representation of the dhinki, the delicate human form, and the rustic textures make this sculpture ideal for lovers of tribal husk lever art, collectors of stone dhinki sculpture, admirers of metal husk lever art, and anyone who appreciates meaningful handmade décor pieces.
Perfect for display in living rooms, art corners, studios, offices, or cultural exhibits, this husk lever sculpture blends heritage, artistry, and sustainability into one timeless creation.

Key Features

Ancient Lost-Wax Casting Technique: Made using the traditional Dhokra lost-wax metal casting process — one of the oldest metalworking methods in India, practiced for over 5,000 years.

Handmade by Tribal Artisans: Crafted entirely by hand by tribal metalworkers (often from Bastar in Chhattisgarh, Odisha, West Bengal and nearby regions), making each piece unique.

Metal Alloy (Bronze/Brass): Made with a mix of brass/bronze (often bell metal with copper, zinc and sometimes nickel), known for durability and a warm metallic tone.

Antique/Hand-Patted Patina: May appear aged or darkened naturally or through finishing processes to give it an antique or tribal appearance.

Decoration Piece: Ideal as a home/office décor accent, placed on shelves, mantelpieces, cabinets or display niches.

Conversation Starter: Its storytelling design evokes interest and cultural appreciation, making it great for ethnic and eclectic interior themes.

Material

Bronze

Shipping and Return

Estimated delivery:

  1. For in hand inventory: 7-10 days
  2. When inventory is not in hand:
  • Preparation time: 10-15 days
  • Delivery: 15-25 days (including preparation time)

Returns

  1. You have a 10-day window to request a return after receiving your item. For eligibility, the item must be in its original condition, unused, with intact tags and packaging. You can start the return process from your account on Indie-kaarigari.
  2. If your return is approved, we'll furnish you with a return shipping label and detailed instructions for sending the package. Upon arrival at our facility, our quality team will review the contents. Once approved, we'll initiate your refund. Please allow up to 10 working days for the refund process to be completed.
  3. We only facilitate returns for items that are defective or were incorrectly shipped.

Dimensions

7 cm*6 cm*10 cm

Item Condition

New

Color

Black

Disclaimer

Having been completely hand-made manually, there is a small chance of slight imperfection due to human error. But those very imperfections are a sign of authentic handmade products.
Colour may vary slightly due to variations in lighting conditions.

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