Dokra Craft - Oraon - Munda - Ho - Jharkhand

Course Overview

Dokra Metal Craft is practiced by tribal artisan communities such as the Oraon Tribe, Munda Tribe, and Ho Tribe in Jharkhand. The craft uses the traditional lost-wax casting technique, one of the oldest metal casting methods practiced in India. Artisans create figurines, ritual objects, lamps, and decorative artefacts by shaping wax models, coating them with clay moulds, and pouring molten metal to form solid objects. The designs often depict human figures, animals, nature, and tribal life, reflecting spiritual beliefs and cultural traditions. Dokra artefacts are valued for their distinctive handcrafted texture, symbolic forms, and deep connection to tribal heritage.

Learning Outcomes

Understand the historical and cultural context of Dokra metal craft practiced by tribal communities of Jharkhand.
Gain knowledge of the lost-wax casting process including wax modelling, mould preparation, and metal casting.
Identify traditional motifs, forms, and symbolic meanings used in Dokra artefacts.
Develop awareness of quality standards, authenticity, and ethical practices in tribal metal craft production.
Recognize opportunities for sustainable livelihoods and market linkages through traditional craft practices.

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Comprehensive introduction to the Dokra metal craft tradition and its cultural significance among tribal communities of Jharkhand.
Understanding of the traditional lost-wax casting technique including wax modelling, mould formation, metal casting, and finishing processes.
Exploration of tribal symbolism, motifs, and themes representing human life, animals, and ecological relationships.
Guidance on quality control, sustainable resource use, contemporary adaptation, and livelihood opportunities through craft production.

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