CENTER FOR ART AND ARCHAEOLOGY

Subject: Bai Chadhei Basa (Bird's nest). A coir bird's nest used as decoration and symbolizes warmth and comfort. For coir craft, coir, the fiber removed from the nuts of coconut palms is converted into toys and ornamental objects by tying and folding the fibers together in a zig-zag manner. The figures are made in parts and then joined together. Facial structures are added with colored wool, stitched on the figure. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Tree. A coir tree used for decoration and symbolizes growth. For coir craft, coir, the fiber removed from the nuts of coconut palms is converted into toys and ornamental objects by tying and folding the fibers together in a zig-zag manner. The figures are made in parts and then joined together. Facial structures are added with colored wool, stitched on the figure. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Deer. A coir deer used for decoration and symbolizes harmony and longevity. For coir craft, coir, the fiber removed from the nuts of coconut palms is converted into toys and ornamental objects by tying and folding the fibers together in a zig-zag manner. The figures are made in parts and then joined together. Facial structures are added with colored wool, stitched on the figure. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Deer. A coir deer used for decoration and symbolizes harmony and longevity. For coir craft, coir, the fiber removed from the nuts of coconut palms is converted into toys and ornamental objects by tying and folding the fibers together in a zig-zag manner. The figures are made in parts and then joined together. Facial structures are added with colored wool, stitched on the figure. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Deer. A coir deer used for decoration and symbolizes harmony and longevity. For coir craft, coir, the fiber removed from the nuts of coconut palms is converted into toys and ornamental objects by tying and folding the fibers together in a zig-zag manner. The figures are made in parts and then joined together. Facial structures are added with colored wool, stitched on the figure. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Deer. A coir deer used for decoration and symbolizes harmony and longevity. For coir craft, coir, the fiber removed from the nuts of coconut palms is converted into toys and ornamental objects by tying and folding the fibers together in a zig-zag manner. The figures are made in parts and then joined together. Facial structures are added with colored wool, stitched on the figure. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Deer. A coir deer used for decoration and symbolizes harmony and longevity. For coir craft, coir, the fiber removed from the nuts of coconut palms is converted into toys and ornamental objects by tying and folding the fibers together in a zig-zag manner. The figures are made in parts and then joined together. Facial structures are added with colored wool, stitched on the figure. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Deer. A coir deer used for decoration and symbolizes harmony and longevity. For coir craft, coir, the fiber removed from the nuts of coconut palms is converted into toys and ornamental objects by tying and folding the fibers together in a zig-zag manner. The figures are made in parts and then joined together. Facial structures are added with colored wool, stitched on the figure. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Elephant. A coir elephant used for decoration and symbolizes prosperity. For coir craft, coir, the fiber removed from the nuts of coconut palms is converted into toys and ornamental objects by tying and folding the fibers together in a zig-zag manner. The figures are made in parts and then joined together. Facial structures are added with colored wool, stitched on the figure. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Elephant. A coir elephant used for decoration and symbolizes prosperity. For coir craft, coir, the fiber removed from the nuts of coconut palms is converted into toys and ornamental objects by tying and folding the fibers together in a zig-zag manner. The figures are made in parts and then joined together. Facial structures are added with colored wool, stitched on the figure. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Elephant. A coir elephant used for decoration and symbolizes prosperity. For coir craft, coir, the fiber removed from the nuts of coconut palms is converted into toys and ornamental objects by tying and folding the fibers together in a zig-zag manner. The figures are made in parts and then joined together. Facial structures are added with colored wool, stitched on the figure. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Crane. A decorative horn crane that symbolizes awareness and focus. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Crane. A decorative horn crane that symbolizes awareness and focus. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Crane. A decorative horn crane that symbolizes awareness and focus. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Crane. A decorative horn crane that symbolizes awareness and focus. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been procured by Utkalika, Odisha State Co-operative Handicraft Corporation Ltd.

Subject: Naga. A decorative horn naga that symbolizes power and prosperity. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been procured by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Naga. A decorative horn naga that symbolizes power and prosperity. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been procured by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Naga. A decorative horn naga that symbolizes power and prosperity. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been procured by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC).

Subject: Rooster. A decorative rooster carved in animal horn. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been loaned by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.

Subject: Rooster. A decorative rooster carved in animal horn. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been loaned by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.

Subject: Peacock. A decorative horn peacock that symbolizes beauty and strength. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been loaned by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.

Subject: Peacock. A decorative horn peacock that symbolizes beauty and strength. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been loaned by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.

Subject: Duck. A decorative horn duck that symbolizes simplicity. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been loaned by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.

Subject: Duck. A decorative horn duck that symbolizes simplicity. Horn from cattle and water buffalo is collected and soaked in water to soften it. The design is then etched on the softened horn and heated to make it malleable. The heated horn is brought to shape by gentle pressure using a mallet and then smoothened using hand filing blades. Individual pieces are joined together to create a final figure. The final figurine is polished with charcoal ash and coated with coconut oil for a shiny finish. This object has been loaned by State Institute for Development of Arts & Crafts (SIDAC) Show House.