Which tribes traditionally craft Dokra jewellery?

Dokra jewellery is produced by several tribal artisan communities across India. Craftspeople from West Bengal, Odisha (notably the Sithulias tribe), Andhra Pradesh (Ojha tribe), Chhattisgarh, and Jharkhand have preserved this lost-wax metal casting tradition for centuries, keeping the craft alive through generational knowledge.

Where can I buy Dokra jewellery online?

Authentic handmade Dokra tribal jewellery can be explored and purchased directly from the curated collection available in the Dokra Adivasi Jewellery section at Mollisarts.

Is Dokra jewellery available for wholesale?

Collectors, retailers, or businesses seeking Dokra jewellery wholesale can also connect directly with artisan groups and traditional makers in West Bengal. Platforms and artisan initiatives such as Ekla Cholo Re and independent craft workshops like Somnath Dokra work with traditional metal casting communities.

How should Dokra jewellery be cleaned?

Authentic brass Dokra jewellery can be gently cleaned using Brasso or a similar brass cleaner with a soft cloth. Because genuine Dokra is made from solid brass, polishing will restore its shine. If a piece has artificial coloring, the color layer may fade when polished.

How can you identify authentic Dokra jewellery?

Real Dokra jewellery often shows fine thread-like brass textures. These patterns come from the wax threads used during the lost-wax casting process. When molten brass replaces the wax during casting, it preserves the delicate wax structure, creating the characteristic net-like or braided brass details visible in many authentic pieces.