{"product_id":"30-kalyana-venakteswara-swamy-in-rose-wood","title":"30 Inches Rose wood Venkateshwara Swamy Sculpture","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30 Inches Rose wood Venkateshwara Swamy Sculpture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a premium quality artifact carved by highly accomplished Shaaranga artisans. Every minute detail has been carved to perfection, Rosewood is a very hard wood and very difficult to bring out the finer details in it; only the best and experienced artisans dare to carve master pieces in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Master Piece carved in wood  is a story of dedication, perseverance and excellence. In ancient Bharat, the carpenter held an  important  place in the social life of the village  and was in fact called the Sutradhar. Mention of sutradhars is also contained in the Rigveda where elaborate directions as to the season and manner of felling a tree, seasoning of the wood and the making of different articles are given. With this background, artisans of Shaaranga definitely continue to enthrall by  their  intricate  and beautiful work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood carvings across South India are renowned for their intricate details, rich mythological themes, and deep-rooted traditions. Influenced by major dynasties and local traditions, the craft varies distinctly from state to state\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKarnataka\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood carvings in Karnataka are famously influenced by the intricate Hoysala architectural style. This is evident in the detailed sculptures and decorative friezes that once adorned the ancient Hoysala temples.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Artisans skilfully use rosewood for carvings and inlay work. They also utilize sandalwood, which is prized for its fragrant and fine-grained texture.\u003cbr\u003e•\u003cstrong\u003e Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved rosewood items include furniture, wall panels, and figures, with Mysore being a major hub for this artistry. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTamil Nadu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carvings in Tamil Nadu draw inspiration from the Chola and Pandya styles of art, found on temple chariots and panels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most artisans in the state traditionally use \"country wood\" for their carvings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figurines of gods and goddesses are acclaimed for their intricate and graceful work, typical birds like Annapakshi  and figurines of bulls and elephants are acclaimed globally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKerala\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Style: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe state has a long tradition of wood carving, with elaborate works found in ancient temples and churches. The craft flourished in the 16th and 17th centuries under royal support.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kerala's artisans utilize a variety of woods, including rosewood, white cedar, teak, and even coconut shells.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e Popular items include finely carved figures of caparisoned elephants, Kathakali dance dolls, ornate doors, and carved furniture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAndhra Pradesh \u0026amp; Telangana\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndhra Pradesh and Telangana are both known for their vibrant wood carving traditions, which range from traditional religious figurines like statues of Venkateswara swamy, Lakshmi devi, Sri Krishna, Ganapthi Deva etc; to lacquered toys to intricate furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carvings in Andhra Pradesh \u0026amp; Telangana are known for depicting local temple architecture, including intricate motifs and the mythical creature, the Yali, Nandi, Elephants etc. These carvings are inspired by Kakatiya  and Satavahanas, to this day they derive inspiration from Ramappa Temple, Thousand Pillar Temple, Amaravati Monuments and Lepakshi Temple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Artisans  commonly use teak wood or other harder species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducts\u003c\/strong\u003e: Panels and figurines depicting deities and temple architecture are characteristic of the region. 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