Woodcrafts

Woodcraft is one of the most traditional art forms of Kerala. Items of furniture like chairs, tables settees, sofas, cupboards, cots, radio castings etc, and models of animals and deities, toys and Kathakali accessories produced by Kerala craftsmen are very much in demand. The models of caparisoned elephants and the carvings of Kathakali dance-dolls are very popular. Kerala has one of the richest traditions in woodcarving. Temples and palaces are the best preservers of the woodcarving styles of Kerala. Some of the carved items include intricately carved Elephants in different postures, other animal figures, paper weights, lamp stands, Jewellery Boxes, decorative furniture etc.

Wood crafts in Kerala, varies from household furniture to animal figures, which contribute towards a major economical as well as cultural activity. These carvings depict the exquisite arena handicrafts unleashing the beautiful world of art. They not not only represent the tradition but also carry a big impression of spiritual values and thoughts. The intricate work on wood done be artisans in Kerala can be seen in the temples and churches of the State which abound in wood carvings.