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Sound Baaja Wooden PieceVaranasi, also known as the spiritual capital of India, is not only famous for its ancient temples and ghats but also for its exquisite handicrafts. Among its many artistic creations, the wooden lacquer toys of Varanasi hold a special place. These toys are meticulously handcrafted by skilled artisans, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the region. The process of making Varanasi wooden lacquer toys involves several intricate steps. It begins with

this craft is predominantly practiced by women

The hand moulded products are baked on the wood fire and thereafter colours are applied to the products followed by a layer of varnish

Bikki Chakka

Brass broidered coconut shell craft of Kerala is the craft of making beautifully carved and brass broidered products like cups

and is often adorned with colourful enamel paints or natural dyes

The process includes chiselling and hammering of the naturally obtained stone accompanied by the constant sprinkling of water to avoid overheating

Pipli Appliquie work is traditionally used to create wall hangings

and Saraswati

Intricate floral motifs

is where the metal-alloy mirror known as Aranmula Kannadi (Malayalam) or the Aranmula mirror is created

or front surface reflection mirror

It may not be very visible in Photos but there is a baby elephant carved out inside the abdomen of the larger one shown