“The Rhythm Keepers” is a pair of handcrafted metal sculpture inspired by traditional tribal musicians. They are symbols of celebration, storytelling, and communal gathering.
Its elongated silhouettes and matte black finish create a striking architectural form that fits effortlessly into modern interiors while carrying deep cultural resonance.
Perfect as a meaningful accent for shelves, consoles, or desks.
• Size: 7” Height x 3” Width
• Material: Cast Metal
• Finish: Matte Black
• Handmade – minor variations enhance uniqueness
History of Dokra Art -
Dokra (Dhokra) is one of India’s oldest surviving metal-casting traditions, dating back over 4,000 years. Its origins are linked to the ancient lost-wax casting technique, the same method seen in the famous bronze sculpture from the Mohenjo-daro - the iconic “Dancing Girl” of the Indus Valley Civilization (c. 2500 BCE).
The craft is traditionally practiced by nomadic tribal communities known as the Dhokra Damar tribes, spread across present-day West Bengal, Odisha, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana. These artisans create figurines, ritual objects, animals, deities, and daily-life scenes using handcrafted wax molds, which are then encased in clay and cast in molten brass. Each piece is unique - the mold is broken after casting, meaning no two works are ever identical.
