Theyyam Head – Hand-painted Kerala Ritual Sculpture Medium Size

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Theyyam Head – Hand-painted Kerala Ritual Sculpture Medium SizeInspired by the Theyyam dance form of the Northern Malabar region of Kerela, the wood carved Demi God head is a beautiful reminiscence that reminds us of our rich heritage. Theyyam is a famous ritual & art form which is believed to be thousands of years old (500 BCE). The striking and expressive eyes are believed to ward off evil omens. A touch of contemporary art style has been given to this piece. Hand painted with intricate facial designs, the wood

hand-painted by artisans trained in the Kerala Mural tradition

walking in profile against the same starry blue backdrop

hand-painted on wood

Theyyam is a ritual performance tradition from northern Kerala in which performers embody deity figures through elaborate face paint

fine gold ornamental detailing

it's built on a lightweight wooden base

Are these coasters hand-painted or printed

it's designed as a devotional piece and works well in a puja room

which makes this piece a natural fit for anyone drawn to Kerala's classical art heritage rather than a specific deity — collectors

featuring captivating Kerala Mural Peacocks

Dimensions: 10 inches diameter

this piece is sized for statement placement — above a console table