Desert Bells - Indika

Regular price £19.53
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These bells are made by Janmamad Luhar in the Kutchchi desert region of western India. Janmamad employs an ancient technique of bell-making, passed on to him through generations. The bells are formed from sheets of recycled steel. They are beaten into shape by hand, then dipped in copper. Women make a dough that they pat around the bells; the bells are then buried under the hot desert sand in a kiln. The heat anneals the metals, welding them into bronze, giving each piece its unique patina. After firing, each bell is individually hand-tuned by Janmamad Luhar. This is what truly makes each of these pieces unique!

Sizes:

3= 2.5" Mini $12

6= 4" Small $24 (Backorder)

8= 5.25" Medium $36

10= 6.50" Large $68

Made in India