VTG Bastar Dhokra Indian Tribal Folk Art Bronze Horse Figure Diya Candle Holder For Sale

Great example of Indian Dhokra metalwork

Made utilizing a non-ferrous metal casting method using the lost-wax process

This horse figure is considered more of a utility piece - it is called a Diya - a traditional Indian oil/wax lamp stand

Measurements:

6” long

4.25” tall

2” wide

Small metal bells (ghungroo) surround the candle stand - 1 bell is missing

Horse Figure is made of what is called bell metal - Dhokra tribal art traditionally used a mix that is closer to bronze rather than brass