An exquisitely crafted artifact from Karnataka. The art of wood carving has been practiced in Karnataka for at least a thousand years, and Karnataka is world famous for its exquisitely carved figurines with intricate details. Wood carving artisans are concentrated in the Shimoga, Mysore, Uttara Kannada and Bangalore districts of Karnataka. The spell-binding figurines are embellished with designs inspired by nature, delicately carved with ease to create elegant masterpieces.