Thanjavur Dolls is an Exclusive GI of Tamil Nadu: The sophisticated art of shaping plaster of Paris into dramatic Indian dancing dolls hails from the Thanjavur district, situated on the banks of River Kaveri. The craft works on the principle of Gravitational force and has been in existence since before the time Sir Isaac Newton discovered and stated it. The dolls are handcrafted using traditional techniques and are painted in vibrant colours. The Raja-Rani Thanjavur Doll pairs are seen in various dance forms such as Bharatanatyam, Kathakali and Manipuri, etc. Thanjavur Dolls is an Exclusive GI of Tamil Nadu and was awarded a GI certification in the year 2008. Disclaimer: Please note that all our products are finely handcrafted by skilled craftsmen. Due to this process, there may be a slight variation from product to product. The actual product may slightly vary from the photograph shown and is subjected to minor manufacturing distinctions.
