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Wooden Cross Pendant Necklace from India, "Natural Faith"

Product ID: 308280

Chander Kant by Chander Kant (151)
Coming from a family of carvers, Chander Kant learned the art form at an early age. He carves this long cross pendant necklace from native kadam wood... more

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Coming from a family of carvers, Chander Kant learned the art form at an early age. He carves this long cross pendant necklace from native kadam wood, carefully adding floral and leaf motifs to the cross. The pendant centers a long beaded wood strand that slips over the head.

  • 58 grams
  • 0.1 lbs
  • 68.5 cm L
  • 27" L
  • 0.3 cm W
  • 0.1" W
  • Pendant(s): 4.5 cm L x 3 cm W x 0.6 cm D
  • Pendant(s): 1.8" L x 1.2" W x 0.2" D

  • Kadam wood
  • Avoid contact with water
  • Wood grain and color can vary slightly
  • Made in India
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Indiaicon info
  • Product ID: 308280

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Chander Kant
Chander Kant

India

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Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

Chander's family members have been carvers for generations. He grew up watching his father, uncle and other relatives carve but it is his grandfather who taught him. His family has a small workshop that produces wood jewelry and other carvings using chisels and traditional hand tools. Chander regularly conducts workshops and other educational training sessions for thousands of artisans from all over India. He is dedicated to preserving wood carving and other traditional Indian arts. He is a prominently recognized artisan and has received numerous awards.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Chander provides for his two children and is determined to give them every opportunity to succeed in life.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Chander Kant has received a $1200 microcredit loan with 0% interest.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Chander provides for the education of his two children.

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"Carving has been a family tradition passed on from one generation to another. Dad taught me at the family workshop, but formally speaking, my grandfather was my teacher."

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