Directorate Of Handicrafts And Handlooms In Sikkim, India

GANGTOK, INDIA - MAY 31: An artisan works on a traditional wood carving at Directorate of Handicrafts & Handlooms on May 31, 2023 in Gangtok, India. The wood carving tradition in Sikkim is deeply influenced by Tibetan and Buddhist art forms. Skilled artisans create intricate designs and patterns on various wooden objects, including furniture, decorative items, and religious artefacts. These carvings often depict religious symbols, deities, mandalas, and other traditional motifs. (Footage by David Talukdar/Getty Images)