Traditional Bastar Tribal Dokra Metal Figurines: Dancers and Drummers

These intricately crafted metal figurines are examples of Dokra art, a traditional non-ferrous metal casting technique originating from the Bastar region of India.

​Left Figurine: A standing female figure, presumably a dancer, holding a staff. She features a decorative headdress and a traditional, patterned skirt.

​Central Left Figurine: A male figure, likely a musician, with a prominent, horn-shaped headdress, playing a drum (mandar) suspended from his waist.

​Right Pair of Figurines: A pair of standing male musicians, both wearing feathered headdresses, one playing a wind instrument and the other a percussion instrument.

​Key Features:

​Lost-Wax Casting: The figurines exhibit the characteristic textured, rustic finish of the "lost-wax" casting process, showcasing the handcrafted nature of the art form.

​Traditional Motifs: The figures are adorned with traditional jewelry, patterned clothing, and distinct headdresses, reflecting the cultural heritage of the tribal communities.

​Decorative Bases: All figures are set upon intricately patterned, rectangular metal bases, adding to the decorative appeal of the pieces.