{"product_id":"tribal-warrior-horseback-bastar-brass-sculpture","title":"Tribal Warrior on Horseback · Bastar Dhokra Brass Sculpture","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid brass, Dhokra lost-wax technique\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9\" H × 9.5\" W · approx. 23 × 24 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTraditional Bastar Dhokra (Chhattisgarh)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAntique rustic brass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 814 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBastar, Chhattisgarh, India\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShips in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–7 business days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sculpture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinguished \u003cstrong\u003etribal warrior sits astride his horse\u003c\/strong\u003e, reins held firmly in hand, creating a striking composition that captures the strength and presence of traditional Bastar tribal art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rider is adorned with a tall conical headdress, layered neck rings, and a beaded collar, while the alert horse features raised ears, a detailed bridle and chest strap, an ornamental saddle blanket, and a flowing tail. Fine \u003cstrong\u003eleaf and floral motifs\u003c\/strong\u003e add intricate handcrafted detail throughout the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHorse-and-rider figures are among the most recognizable subjects in Bastar Dhokra art, traditionally associated with \u003cstrong\u003etribal chiefs, warriors, and local deities\u003c\/strong\u003e. The motif conveys ideas of leadership, courage, protection, and cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated using the ancient \u003cstrong\u003eDhokra lost-wax casting technique\u003c\/strong\u003e, the sculpture begins as a hand-modelled clay form covered with fine wax detailing. Molten brass is then cast into the mold, destroying the original wax form in the process. Because the mold is broken after casting, each sculpture is inherently unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal. Handmade. Never reproduced.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounted tribal warrior\u003c\/strong\u003e — A powerful horse-and-rider composition inspired by the traditional figures of Bastar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive headdress\u003c\/strong\u003e — The rider's tall, ridged conical crown gives the sculpture an unmistakable silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLayered tribal ornamentation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Neck rings, beaded collar, reins, bridle, and saddle details are individually worked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical detailing\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fine leaf and floral motifs decorate the horse's bridle and chest strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique brass character\u003c\/strong\u003e — The rustic finish preserves the raw, tactile quality of traditional Dhokra metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully padded and boxed for safe transit. Tracked worldwide from India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithin India:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–7 business days · \u003cstrong\u003eInternational:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–18 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDust gently with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid moisture, abrasive materials, and harsh chemical cleaners. The brass may naturally develop a deeper patina over time, adding to its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall variations in texture, casting, and surface finish are natural characteristics of handmade Dhokra and are part of what makes each piece unique.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PRETTY ARTILICIOUS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52632706220164,"sku":null,"price":6000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/8007\/6420\/files\/ChatGPTImageAug3_2026_06_08_00PM.png?v=1786442882","url":"https:\/\/www.prettyartilicious.com\/products\/tribal-warrior-horseback-bastar-brass-sculpture","provider":"Pretty Artilicious","version":"1.0","type":"link"}