Add a fun feel to your Christmas displays with these handcrafted, lacquered wood Santa ornaments that come with their own hanging string.

Made by communities who are following the craft of making handmade toys for generations these Christmas tree ornaments are made of wood and have been handpainted using natural colours.

In fact, the makers of these toys, named Channapatna, after the town they come from, are well known for their skill
Each of these pieces is crafted from wood. The makers of these toys use 3 basic colours which are made of natural ingredients. Turmeric for yellow, Kumkuma or red turmeric powder is used for red and Indigo for bluish-black. These are then mixed together to create a few more shades such as orange, green and black. The beautiful shiny finish of these Christmas ornaments is obtained by polishing the finished piece with a dry screwpine leaf.

In history the the earliest mention of lacquered wooden toys from the region of Karnataka comes from the 11th-12th century. This art form flourished under Mysore’s Tipu Sultan in the 18th century, when artisans from Persia were invited to share their expertise and train the local craftsmen in the intricate art of crafting wooden toys.

This Christmas, bring home these unique and beautiful handmade wooden Christmas ornaments that have so many stories packed into them!

Note: Please note that the product's actual colours may slightly differ from what you see in the images due to variations in computer screen resolutions, displays, and photography.

Quantity: 2 pieces in a Set

Care Instructions: This piece is fragile. Handle with care. A soft bristled, dry brush can be used to gently clean the surface. Keep away from moisture and liquids.

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