Karnataka's Gudigar artisans carve fragrant sandalwood into densely detailed deities and panels, a luxury craft patronised by the Mysore court. The wood's fine grain allows lace-like intricacy that perfumes the room for years.
- Region of origin:
- Karnataka
- Materials:
- sandalwood
- Techniques:
- fine intricate carving
- HS code (customs):
- 4420
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About Mysore Sandalwood Carving
Karnataka's Gudigar artisans carve fragrant sandalwood into densely detailed deities and panels, a luxury craft patronised by the Mysore court. The wood's fine grain allows lace-like intricacy that perfumes the room for years.
- Region of origin
- Karnataka
- Materials
- sandalwood
- Techniques
- fine intricate carving
- HS code (customs)
- 4420
How it’s made
fine intricate carving
The makers
Crafted by Gudigar carvers of Karnataka.
Buying Mysore Sandalwood Carving — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Mysore Sandalwood Carving pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Mysore Sandalwood Carving piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- What does an authentic Mysore Sandalwood Carving piece cost?
- Handmade Mysore Sandalwood Carving typically ranges from ₹3,000 to ₹5,00,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Mysore Sandalwood Carving piece?
- Keep Mysore Sandalwood Carving out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.
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GI-certified authenticity
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Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
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