Dhaal & Talwar Engraving Experience with Vishnu Kumar Lohar

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Type: Craft

About the Experience

In Jodhpur, nestled amidst the Thar Desert, resides Master artist Vishnu Kumar Parihar. Here, he diligently practices the ancient art of Dhaal & Talwar engraving, a cherished legacy passed down through generations. Step into his home for an immersive and historical experience. Witness the artistry firsthand, and even create your own souvenir by engraving designs on a metal sheet, preserving the rich heritage for generations to come.

Highlight of the Experience

Meet the Artist

Learn from an award-winning artist with decades of knowledge & expertise.

Personalised Experience

Enjoy one-on-one conversations with the artist.

Rich in Culture

Take an experiential & historical trip to the time of royal era to be inspired whilst conserving the heritage art. See how the the royal weapons were made, through the craft of a master artist.

Co-create Souvenirs

Engrave designs like flowers, animal, bird, or other geometric patterns on a metal sheet. Co-create a cherished memory and take home a piece of Jodhpur with you.

Meet the Artist

Vishnu Kumar

Vishnu Kumar Parihar uses the techniques of engraving to carve the beauty out of traditional weapons like shields and swords. A family legacy of more than 250 years, he has been practising this art for at least 25 years. He firmly believes in the unique beauty of hand-made art and makes every piece himself without using any machine. He has been the recipient of the State Award many recognitions from the Royal Family twice.

Know more about the Art Form

Dhaal & Talwar (or Shield & Sword) engraving is the practice of incising a design onto a hard, metal surface. The following result is a curved, decorated object in itself, as when silver, gold, steel, or glass are engraved. Engraving is one of the oldest and most important techniques in printmaking. In this case, the artist uses it to make beautiful shields and swords as artefacts. In most princely and royal Indian households, you would find Dhaal & Talwar as decorations and wall hangings.

Includes

Souvenir: Handcrafted souvenir to take home
Materials: All raw materials and tools needed to make the souvenir
Refreshments: Water, Tea/Coffee, Snacks (Depending on what is available with the artist)
Volunteer: Our team member is there to curate the experience
Photos & Videos: We can capture photos & videos of your special moments for you

Other Things to Know

Minimum Pax

Maximum Pax

Who Can Join?

Suitable for all age groups above 18 years

When to Book

We suggest you book at least 24 hours in advance or earlier.

Meeting Point

The experience happens at the artist’s home. The exact meeting point is shared after booking.

Language

English/Hindi. Volunteers are bilingual. For other languages, translators can be made available on request.

Shop From Artist

If you like any artworks that you see at the artist’s place during the experience, you can directly shop from the artist.

Big Groups

If you are a group of more than 4 people who want to take the experience, call us at +91-9820560980.

Other Information

Cancellation & Refund Policy, FAQ's

Any booking can be canceled by dropping an email to contact@rajasthanstudio.com or alternatively by contacting at +91-9820560980. The email should have all relevant details concerning the booking and contact shared while making the booking…Read More