{"product_id":"tall-dhokra-brass-horse-sculpture","title":"Tall Dhokra Brass Horse Sculpture: The Woven Steed","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eStanding with an impossibly elongated, arched neck, this tall dhokra brass horse sculpture projects an alert stillness. The highly stylized geometry demands immediate visual engagement, defying traditional anatomical realism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\"\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-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 dark, soot-like patination settles deeply within the wire-work crevices, dramatically isolating the polished golden highlights along the ears, hooves, and dangling bells.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"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 figure features an exaggerated vertical presence, defined by stilted legs and an elongated neck that bows into a taut, collected posture.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"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 Five miniature, functional brass ghungroo (bells) hang suspended from the saddlecloth, anchoring the abstract piece with traditional processional significance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"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 utilized the indigenous Dhokra thread-casting technique, replacing smooth anatomical planes with continuous, rhythmic ridges of hand-rolled brass wire.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe Artistry and Iconography of the Processional Horse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn the indigenous Dhokra tradition of Central India, local metalsmiths bypass conventional molds, instead hand-rolling beeswax into thin threads to build the sculpture's form from scratch. This tribal equestrian metalwork translates the physical power of the horse into a series of abstract, woven textures and taut structural lines. The addition of the bells along the flank is deeply rooted in regional folklore, signifying the arrival of a ceremonial mount or village guardian. By retaining the raw, earthen patina born in the clay firing kiln, the master artisan preserves the primitive energy of the ancient technique, transforming raw alloy into a culturally resonant artifact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\"\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-bottom: 12.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePosition this striking, slender form on a raw oak sideboard or a minimalist stone mantel, where its textured silhouette can catch the shifting natural light. It serves beautifully as a wire-cast brass steed for rustic console curation, appealing deeply to design-led collectors who appreciate raw, indigenous aesthetics. Measuring exactly 8.0 inches in height, the elongated figure shares the approximate vertical stature of a large monstera leaf cutting, establishing a compelling focal point without crowding the surface depth. At 0.89 kg, the concentrated mass of the cast metal provides undeniable grounding stability despite the spindly, delicate leg structure. The intense manual discipline required to flawlessly coil and fire this complex framework validates the piece as an elite achievement in traditional Indian handcraft, making it a profound housewarming gift. To construct a captivating, heavily textured display, pair this piece alongside a dhokra brass tribal feline sculpture and a dhokra brass bird rider vessel, establishing a striking dialogue of indigenous wire-work techniques across varied mythical forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Casa Mandala ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46195421151407,"sku":"VSP-162","price":3800.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/8851\/9855\/files\/44_Compressed_5bfca28a-0420-4cfe-968a-0f32d7da88d6.jpg?v=1762321834","url":"https:\/\/www.thecasamandala.com\/products\/tall-dhokra-brass-horse-sculpture","provider":"Casa Mandala ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}