Man with a bowl: Dhokra by Kunal Rana

Artist Kunal Rana in his Dhokra handicraft artfully sculpts a man sitting down with a betel leaf-shaped bowl in his hands. Dhokra art often aims to capture the cultural and everyday life of the tribal communities. A man holding a betel leaf-shaped bowl symbolize the importance of traditional practices, like betel leaf chewing, in the daily lives of these communities. Betel leaves have cultural significance in various parts of India and are often offered as a symbol of hospitality and respect. The man’s pose and the betel leaf-shaped bowl represent a specific ritual or tradition within the tribal community. In some tribal cultures, betel leaves are offered during ceremonies, rituals, or social gatherings. The art is appreciated for its aesthetic appeal, and the shape of the bowl and the man’s posture contribute to the overall beauty and balance of the artwork.