VISTARAATELIERS
Product codeVA-SC-023
Dhokra Palki Bearers
A bridal palanquin, cast in lost-wax brass
At a glance
| Material | Brass alloy, Dhokra lost-wax cast |
|---|---|
| Finish | Natural antique brass |
| Dimensions | H 250 mm × W 450 mm × D 150 mm (approx.) |
| Weight (approx.) | 1.8 kg |
| Manufacturing | Hand-modelled in wax, cast in brass |
| Reference | The bridal palki (doli) |
250 mm
450 mm
- Hand-carved
- Sample approval
- Custom sizes
Product description
Two bearers in pleated dhotis carry a domed palki on a long pole, its canopy woven from fine Dhokra wire-work in scrolls, arches and lattice. The whole piece is cast by the ancient lost-wax method, so every thread of wax becomes a line of brass and no two castings are identical. A storytelling centrepiece for coffee tables, sideboards, wedding gifting and heritage-themed hotels.
Design origin
Dhokra is one of the oldest metal-casting traditions in the world — over 4,000 years old — still practised by tribal artisans of Chhattisgarh, Odisha and West Bengal. The palki, or doli, carried the bride from her parents’ home to her new one, and remains a beloved symbol of Indian weddings and journeys.
Design details
Why you’ll love it
- Genuine Dhokra lost-wax casting
- Fine wire-work canopy — every piece unique
- Free-standing bearers and palanquin
- Ideal heritage gift for weddings
- Larger sizes on request
