Hiran Jodan Diya holder: Bastar Iron Craft by Sameep Vishwakarma

In the Bastar Iron Craft, artist Sameep Vishwakarma delicately produces the “Hiran Jodan Diya Holder”, adorned with animal figures. The inclusion of deer (hiran) figures is significant because it’s a common animal in the region’s forests. In some tribal belief systems, certain animals, including deer, are considered sacred or are associated with specific deities or spirits. The deer figures represent a spiritual connection or offer protection. The use of a diya holder suggests that this artwork is not just decorative but also functional. Diyas are oil lamps used in religious and cultural ceremonies to symbolize the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and the dispelling of negativity.