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Golden Dhokra Turtle Figurine | Handcrafted Bronze Tortoise Art

Golden Dhokra Turtle Figurine | Handcrafted Bronze Tortoise Art

₹. 750.00
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Product Description

Celebrate timeless symbolism and ancient craftsmanship with this exquisite Golden Dhokra Turtle / Tortoise Figurine, a striking example of India’s living Bronze Age heritage. Handcrafted using the traditional Dhokra casting method—a technology dating back to the Indus-Saraswati Valley Civilization (5000–10000 BC)—this sculpture reflects centuries of tribal wisdom passed down through generations.
Cast entirely by hand using scrap alloys, this dhokra metal craft embodies sustainability, making it a natural, eco-friendly, and ethical art form. The radiant golden finish, achieved through the Golden Dhokra casting method, is considered the rarest form of dhokra and gives the turtle an enduring, heirloom-quality appeal.
Symbolizing longevity, stability, protection, and prosperity, this tortoise turtle art makes a meaningful décor accent, vastu-inspired element, or thoughtful gift. Each piece is individually handmade in a remote village of Odisha, cradled in pristine natural surroundings—ensuring that no two turtle showpieces are ever exactly alike.
Perfect as a turtle showpiece, star tortoise–inspired décor, or a collector’s Indian tortoise sculpture, this artwork is a harmonious blend of ancient tradition, tribal aesthetics, and contemporary elegance.

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.

Item Condition

New

Color

Golden

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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