Description
Process
- The craft of Dokra involves a complex and region-specific process. In some regions like Bikna, artisans employ tar, resin, and wood gum (Dhuno) to create an elastic mixture through continuous heating, which they use to coat the mud shape. In contrast, in Dariyapur, craftspeople utilize wax, tar, and resin, with meticulous proportions. These elastic, thread-like elements enable intricate designs and fine detailing. The artistry continues with the application of a thick mud layer, followed by the introduction of metal chunks via a metal funnel. The object is then placed in a furnace, a process well-understood by the craft community, and the final masterpieces emerge after careful extraction and buffing for a shiny finish.
Product
Traditional Description:
Initially crafts persons used to make brass vessels to measure rice, bells of different kinds, anklets, lamps (diya) and figures of local mythical characters like Jibat Bamun , Deeporani and idols of deities. Demand for measuring bowls have decreased but these are now made as decorative Dokra bowls. Traditionally the crafts persons made jewellery for their own family members while now a variety of modern jewellery products like necklace with beads and dokra, lockets, ear rings, bangles are made.
Contemporary Description:
At present the artists make a variety of decorative items. Price of smaller figurines range around Rs.200-300, while items which are 5 to 6 inches high, are priced in the range of Rs.600-800. Bigger products cost Rs.2000-Rs.3500. Durga idols around 2 feet high cost Rs.12000. Creative pieces like Krishna on chariot, tribal figures etc. are also produced. Dokra products like bullock cart, horse, elephant, peacock, owl, Nandi (bull), idols of Durga, Saraswati, Ganesh and Lakshmi Narayan, lamp, candle stand, incense stick holder, ash tray, soap case, mobile holder, door knob, figurines of women, mother and child, tribal couple, wall panels with stories of Krishna Leela and other designs, lamps & so on are made.
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The Panchmura terracotta artisans have deep-rooted traditions
Panchmura in Taldangra Block is a prominent hub of terracotta artists.
PURBA BARDHAMAN
Bardhaman is one of the oldest district capitals of Bengal, dating back to the early British perio!!
BANKURA
Bankura has a rich cultural and traditional heritage and is known for its traditional music, craft!!
Village Festival
Dariyapur Dokra Festival was held at Dariyapur, Purba Bardhaman from 15th to 16th April to celebrate the traditional Dokra craft of West Bengal. The festival gained immense footfalls. The festival was inaugurated by Mr. Avedananda Thandar, MLA, Gushkara, Mr. Kushal Mukherjee, Municipality Chairman, Gushkara and leading Dokra artists of Dariyapur. During the Festival Tribal dance, Baul songs, Raibenshe, Jhumur songs and Chau dance were presented.
International Visit
Kalipuja at UK :We have linked handicraft artists for Durga Puja at Slough, UK for the last 2 years. This year Subha Karmakar, Dokra artist from Dariyapur, Purba Bardhaman participated at Kalipuja held at Slough, UK from Oct 21-26.