It is believed the craft of doll-making is 200-250 years old, and the clay dolls from Krishnanagar of Bengal are considered to be unique and special because of their designs, colours, techniques and the history attached to them.
The making of clay dolls from Krishnanagar is purely an artisan’s skill-based work and is known for the detailing involved. A wide variety of day to day objects are made in this craft ranging from fruits, vegetables, animals, birds to gods and goddesses.
This Ganesh Janani Doll represents the Goddess Durga and her son, Lord Ganesh.
