The admirable skills of the craftsmen of Kerala have inspired many art forms in Kerala. Horn Carving is one such craft that has been taken to new heights by the craftsmen of Kerala. This ancient skill has flourished not only because of the easy availability of raw materials but also because of the efficiency and skillfulness of the master craftsmen.
Kerala Horns are available throughout the state. Skilled craftsmen from Trichur, Kasaragod, Ernakulam, and Cochin practice Horn Carving in Kerala. However, the artisans belonging to the Vishwakarma community in Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) have truly excelled in this field. They have achieved a lot of fame and glory because of their talents in Horn Carving.
Process of Horn Carving Kerala
The buffalo horns are heated and oiled. It then becomes soft and much easier to work with. The craftsmen use the material to their benefit. They also bring about a lot of variation in color. Hence, the final products of Horn Carving are indeed very admirable.
Some common products of Horn Carving are models of birds and animals, toy furniture, and small snake boats. The cranes of Kerala are wildly famous and we often find that the buffalo horns have been carved in their shape. However, it isn’t that just these show pieces are carved from horns. The list includes a vast array of utilitarian items like paperweights, vases, buttons, trays, pen stands, lamps, combs, cigarette cases, and ashtrays. The best part is that these items do not just have utility value. They double up as exclusive decorative pieces.
When you visit Kerala, make sure that you buy a few of these products back home. They are wonderful souvenirs and can be gifted to your near and dear ones as well.
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