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Shiva and Ganesh Batik

US$ 6.15

Direct Artisan Price • Ex-factory Kathmandu

Min Order: 1 pc

Dimensions:	55x40 cm (21.7 × 15.7 inches)
Gross Weight:	0.05 kg (0.11 lbs)
Material:	Cotton
Iconography / Artist:	Batik Wall Hanging
Craft Origin:	Kathmandu Valley, Nepal • Ancient Heritage Technique
Cataloged On:	Jul 23, 2014

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Batik Wall Hanging

Batik wall hangings are beautiful pieces of art created using the traditional batik painting technique. In Nepal, batik wall hangings are popular for their vibrant colors, intricate designs, and cultural significance. These wall hangings are typically made of cotton or silk fabric that has been treated with wax to create a design. The wax is applied to the fabric using a tjanting or brush, and then the fabric is dyed. The waxed areas resist the dye, creating a pattern or design. This process is repeated with different colors until the desired design and color scheme is achieved. Once the final layer of dye is applied and the fabric has dried, the wax is removed by boiling or scraping, revealing the final batik wall hanging.

Batik wall hangings often feature traditional Nepali motifs, such as mandalas, lotus flowers, and depictions of deities and spiritual figures. They are often used to decorate homes and meditation spaces, as they are believed to bring positive energy and create a calming atmosphere.

The intricate designs and vibrant colors of batik wall hangings make them a beautiful addition to any room. They can be used as a statement piece on a large empty wall or hung above a bed or couch to add color and interest. Additionally, they make excellent gifts for those who appreciate traditional art forms and the beauty of Nepali culture.

Centuries-Old Lost-Wax Metal Casting

Each sculpture at Handmade Handicraft is crafted using the ancient cire-perdue (lost-wax) technique, a craft perfected over a millennium by the Newar artisans of Patan. The process begins with sculpting beeswax and Himalayan tree resin by hand. A multi-layered clay mold is formed around the wax, which is melted away in the furnace, creating a void that is filled with molten red copper or bronze.

24K Mercury Gilding

Applied with pure gold leaf and fused using fire gilding for an ethereal sheen that endures for generations.

Cold-Gold Face Painting

The sacred facial features and serene gaze of deities are carefully rendered with powdered cold gold and natural pigments.

Hand-Chiseled Detailing

Intricate robes, mandalas, and jewels are carved by hand with miniature steel chisels and devotion.

Door-to-Door Worldwide Express Delivery

Since 1976, we have shipped thousands of delicate sacred statues and handicrafts across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia with an exceptional track record of safe delivery.

Express Carriers: We partner with DHL Express, FedEx International, and licensed Air Cargo freighters with end-to-end tracking.
Museum-Grade Packaging: Each piece is wrapped in moisture-resistant vapor barriers, thick high-density foam cushioning, and reinforced export cartons or custom wooden crates for large statues.
100% Transit Insurance: All international shipments are fully insured against loss or damage during transit.
Customs Clearance & Documentation: Includes official Nepal Archaeological Department export clearances certifying modern non-antique artisan status for hassle-free customs clearance.