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Design Resource
Terracotta Idols - Vellore
The Black Clay Craft
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Tools and Raw Materials
The tools and raw materials used for Terracotta idols are:
• Clay: It is used to make clay models.
• Clay Mixing Machine: This machine is used to mix the clay and mud mixture for idol and pot making.
• Plaster of Paris: Pop is used to make the idol mould.
• Filtering mesh: It is used to filter the impurities from the mud and clay.
• Casting Powder: It is used to make the mould.
• Enamel Colors: These colors are used to paint the finished idols.
• Bamboo Sticks: These are used as sculpting tools while making the idol.
• Knife: It is used to remove the excess clay.
• Coir: It is used to make mould.
• Grease and Kerosene: The solution of grease and kerosene is applied to the idol before putting the moulding paste.
