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Quintessential Owls of Natungram
Artist from Natungram2019
Banglanatak
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Carved in Gamar wood, these wooden dolls of Natungram come in various sizes. Owls form an integral part of the traditional product repertoire of wooden dolls, crafted by artists of Natungram (Bardhaman district), a hub of wooden doll makers. These owls are typically painted in such bright colours.
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- Title: Quintessential Owls of Natungram
- Creator: Artist from Natungram
- Date Created: 2019
- Location: Purba Bardhaman
- Subject Keywords: Crafts, Wooden Doll, Craftspersons, Artists, Bengal, Natungram
- Rights: Banglanatak.com
- Medium: Wood carving and acrylic colour
- About the craft: Wooden dolls of Natungram are unique for their use of vibrant colours, ethnic style and intricate designs. Traditioanl designs are based on culture and mythology. The brilliant combination of master craftsmanship and simplicity and glamour, result in this amazing work of art. Among common figures, the owl of Natungram is the most popular as it is considered auspicious for homes and is also the mount of Goddess Lakshmi.
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