Making of Thanjavur’s well-known ‘thalaiyatti’ dolls
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R. VENGADESH
Keep in mind the Chettiar bommai, a bobblehead doll used for golu throughout Navaratri in houses? It’s a Thanjavur doll.
These superbly handcrafted dolls showcase the wealthy cultural heritage of Thanjavur district in Tamil Nadu.
All of the dolls have a light-weight physique product of tapioca flour, papier mache and plaster of Paris cooked and kneaded to the consistency of ‘roti’ dough.
Nonetheless, the makers of those dolls have been going through a tricky time as many artisans have gone into different professions.
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Reporting: Nahla Nainar
Movies: R. Vengadesh
Manufacturing and Voiceover: Yuvasree S