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Endowed with rich forest cover, India is a rich resource for several types
of Wood carving. In addition to carving idols and mythological forms, the
art has adapted itself to creating utility items.
Simple but elegant wood carvings make excellent home- ware. Red Sanders
and country wood are used as raw materials.
The themes comprise of gods, goddesses, figurines, birds, animals etc. Red
Sander with its distinctive reddish brown appeal is used in the making of
panels and columns. Besides catering to the tastes of the pilgrims, the
craft is also popular among architects and interior decorators. These
intricate carvings are produced with the help of simple locally made
traditional tools. These works of art in wood are in great demand for
their utility and decorative value. The framework of these pieces of
furniture, in addition to being artistic is durable, sturdy and made to
last a lifetime.
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