{"product_id":"black-brass-tribal-figure","title":"Black Brass Tribal Figure: The Agrarian Rhythm","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eRooted in central Indian agrarian rhythms, this monumental form captures the timeless act of winnowing grain. The highly stylized, elongated silhouette commands immediate attention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFinish contrast:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e A deep, charcoal-black patination settles across the smooth torso and limbs, dramatically isolating the brilliantly polished golden brass of the elaborate coin necklace.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePosture\/form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e The black brass tribal figure sits in a crouched position, actively balancing a traditional winnowing basket in her extended hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eKey iconographic attribute:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e The subject wears heavy, layered traditional jewelry, including stacked bangles and intricate ear ornaments, anchoring her rural heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eCraftsmanship detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e The artisan has painstakingly molded the fine grain details within the basket and the individual beads of her necklace, creating an intense tactile interplay.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe Artistry and Iconography of the Tribal Woman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn the rich tradition of central Indian Bastar brass art, figurative pieces often celebrate the dignity of everyday agrarian labor rather than esoteric divine narratives. This dhokra winnowing sculpture captures a village woman operating a traditional soop, an essential communal tool used to toss and catch harvested crops. The distinctively elongated limbs and simplified, expressive facial features are hallmarks of this regional casting style, prioritizing raw kinetic energy over strict anatomical realism. By chemically darkening the primary body while leaving the ornate jewelry to catch ambient light, the master caster transforms raw brass into a profound snapshot of enduring rural resilience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eStyling Notes \u0026amp; Home Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePosition this monumental piece on a heavy stone hearth or a reinforced timber plinth, where natural light can highlight the intricate golden jewelry against the dark torso. It serves beautifully as a black brass tribal figure for a rustic entryway display, appealing deeply to design-led collectors who appreciate culturally rooted metalwork with commanding architectural density. Measuring exactly 24.9 inches in height, the towering sculpture shares the approximate vertical stature of a classic lounge chair armrest. At a massive 21.01 kg, the concentrated density of the solid cast alloy provides undeniable grounding stability, easily anchoring the heaviest of interior layouts. The intense manual discipline required to flawlessly cast the overhanging winnowing basket and precisely polish the contrasting tribal adornments validates this piece as an elite achievement in traditional Indian casting. To curate a deeply rooted, narrative vignette that celebrates the raw aesthetics of regional Indian metallurgy, consider pairing this piece alongside a tall dhokra brass horse sculpture and a dhokra brass tribal feline sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casa Mandala ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46199915544751,"sku":"VSP-188","price":88500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/8851\/9855\/files\/148_Compressed_47a6c7bb-66ee-46e4-9e0c-b02a06b0f5ed.jpg?v=1762408283","url":"https:\/\/www.thecasamandala.com\/products\/black-brass-tribal-figure","provider":"Casa Mandala ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}