Shiva Wood Sculpture Hindu Religious Statue (jwcs008)
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• Shiva Wood Sculpture Hindu Religious Statue.
• Size: 15 inches x 4.5 inches Weight: 0.70 Kg
• Used for decorating interiors of home in hindu way of living
• Handcrafted by wood carvers from Jaipur in Rajasthan in western India
• Religious decorative figurines

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Description of Shiva Wood Sculpture Hindu Religious Statue (jwcs008)

Wood carving in India is a traditional art which is passed on by master craftsmen through the generations. India has had an ancient tradition of wood carving. There has been a complete revival of the traditional and antique wood craft, owning to its uniqueness and demand in India and abroad. Indian artisans are experimenting with designs to create a blend of traditional and modern woodcraft. The whole of North India has a tradition of carved wooden doors with intricate designs, brass inlay and trellis work for the windows. Assam, which has extensive forests, has a rich tradition of wood works. Their places of worship included large carvings of mythical figures. In Bengal, the clay houses have large wooden pillars and beams with intricate carvings. Number of folk forms has been developed in woodwork all over India.