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Natungram wooden dolls

South Asia tradition · 5 examples · indicative market tier: Under $500 (entry level & living craft)

Natungram Wooden Dolls are a type of wooden dolls popular in India, especially in West Bengal's Bardhaman district. The art of making wooden dolls is a traditional practice among some Indian cultures and Natungram dolls hold particular cultural significance as they are directly associated with the goddess Lakshmi. Other examples of such dolls include the famous Gour-Nitai dolls, Krishna dolls and Royal couple dolls. Wikipedia →

Types & examples

Wooden Dolls 03
Wooden Dolls 03
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Wooden Dolls 02
Wooden Dolls 02
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Wooden Dolls 1
Wooden Dolls 1
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Wooden Dolls
Wooden Dolls
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Natungram Dolls, West Bengal
Natungram Dolls, West Bengal
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