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Leafy Turtle-Shaped Antiqued Brass Sculpture from India, "Leafy Guidance"

Product ID: 453974

The wise aura of this ancestral tortoise will spread around your interiors and life. Majestically crafted by master artisans from the Indian region... more

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The wise aura of this ancestral tortoise will spread around your interiors and life. Majestically crafted by master artisans from the Indian region, this brass sculpture boasts traditional accents that make the piece look like a royal creation. Presented by Khalid Ali, the accessory is also made of brass in an antiqued finish, enriching the leaf-shaped top detail—a symbol of prosperity.

  • 0.59 kgs
  • 1.3 lbs

  • Brass
  • Antiqued finish
  • For decorative use only
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in India
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Indiaicon info
  • Product ID: 453974
Khalid Ali
Khalid Ali

India

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desertoceans

From Albuquerque, New Mexico, US

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Jul 27, 2025

“Lovely against my orange wall”

I love charming metal works and the animal motif is especially graceful for a metal piece.

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Purchased Item Helpful Horse, Antiqued Brass Horse Theme 3.Hook Coat Rack from India

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David

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Jul 22, 2025

“Brass Lion Door Knocker”

This brass door knocker is highly detailed and well made. Its size is the perfect fit for my front door.

Purchased Item Lion Arrival, Copper Plated Brass Lion Door Knocker with Antique Look

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Aaron

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Jul 06, 2025

“Beautiful!”

Well made!

Purchased Item Floral Beauties in Sky Blue, Ceramic Cabinet Knobs Floral Sky Blue (Set of 6) from India

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Preserving Traditions

Khalid learned repousse metal work, known as patra, or Indo Napoleon, from his father and uncle. It is one of the most popular Indian arts and Khalid has diligently worked at it for more than 20 years. He continues to grow artistically and has taught many of his family members and other artisans the vast array of skills needed to produce this distinctive form of Indian metalwork.

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Microcredit Financing

Khalid Ali has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1000 and the most recent for $1800.

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"Our designs are basically inspired from the ancient Mughal style. But today we incorporate modern motifs into the ancient technique and style."

Hello, My name is Khalid Ali. As a child I was very naughty and would always do things my way. Even in school I was known as the mischievous boy and... read more

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