The Wancho of Arunachal carve striking human and animal figures, masks and pipes from a single block of wood, blackened and bead-adorned. Their bold, totemic style is among the Northeast's most distinctive sculptural traditions.
- Region of origin:
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Materials:
- wood; bamboo; beads
- Techniques:
- figurative carving
- HS code (customs):
- 4420
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About Wancho Wood Carving
The Wancho of Arunachal carve striking human and animal figures, masks and pipes from a single block of wood, blackened and bead-adorned. Their bold, totemic style is among the Northeast's most distinctive sculptural traditions.
- Region of origin
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Materials
- wood; bamboo; beads
- Techniques
- figurative carving
- HS code (customs)
- 4420
How it’s made
figurative carving
The makers
Crafted by Wancho tribe of Arunachal Pradesh.
Buying Wancho Wood Carving — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Wancho Wood Carving pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Wancho Wood Carving piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- What does an authentic Wancho Wood Carving piece cost?
- Handmade Wancho Wood Carving typically ranges from ₹800 to ₹30,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Wancho Wood Carving piece?
- Keep Wancho Wood 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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