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Meet Baldev Waghmare: Award-Recognised Bharewa & Dhokra Artisan

Meet Baldev Waghmare: Award-Recognised Bharewa & Dhokra Artisan

Baldev Waghmare is a Bharewa and Dhokra artisan from Tigariya village in Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. He learned traditional lost-wax metal casting from his father, Shri Sukhram Waghmare, and has continued developing the craft through his own practice and work with other artisans.

From Tigariya to a Life in Craft

Baldev works with the traditional lost-wax casting process used in Dhokra metal art. His sculptures draw on people, musicians, tribal life, animals, nature and other cultural subjects, with each handmade casting carrying individual surface and finishing characteristics.

Documented Awards & Recognition

Treasure Of India documents the following recognition associated with Baldev Waghmare: National Kalidas Academy Award (2021), State Vishwakarma Awards (2011 and 2021), and Best Artisan Award (2016). Award details should be understood alongside the supporting documentation maintained by Treasure Of India.

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