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Mangalore Dasara Showcases Over 1,000 Traditional Dolls Collected Over Four Decades
A woman’s 40‑year collection of more than 1,000 rare traditional dolls will be displayed at the Mangalore Dasara festival, drawing significant cultural interest.
Mangalore’s annual Dasara celebrations will feature a spectacular exhibition of over 1,000 traditional dolls, a collection amassed by a local woman over the past four decades. The display, organized as part of the festival’s cultural programme, highlights the region’s rich heritage and craftsmanship.
The dolls, described as rare and traditional, represent various mythological and folk themes that are integral to Karnataka’s festive customs. Their inclusion in the Dasara lineup underscores the event’s role in preserving and promoting local art forms.
Organisers expect the exhibition to attract large crowds, noting its potential to boost cultural tourism in the city. The showcase reinforces Mangalore’s reputation as a hub for vibrant cultural expressions during one of the state’s most celebrated festivals.
Authorities have coordinated with the collector to ensure the safe handling and proper presentation of the artifacts, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding intangible cultural heritage for future generations.
The exhibition will run throughout the Dasara period, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience a living archive of Karnataka’s traditional doll‑making art.
The dolls, described as rare and traditional, represent various mythological and folk themes that are integral to Karnataka’s festive customs. Their inclusion in the Dasara lineup underscores the event’s role in preserving and promoting local art forms.
Organisers expect the exhibition to attract large crowds, noting its potential to boost cultural tourism in the city. The showcase reinforces Mangalore’s reputation as a hub for vibrant cultural expressions during one of the state’s most celebrated festivals.
Authorities have coordinated with the collector to ensure the safe handling and proper presentation of the artifacts, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding intangible cultural heritage for future generations.
The exhibition will run throughout the Dasara period, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience a living archive of Karnataka’s traditional doll‑making art.