Mysore, Oct. 3

An expo of exquisite dolls from across India Bombe Mane, organised by Ramson Kala Pratishtana will be inaugurated in Pratima Gallery, 91, First Floor, Above Aamrapali Store Opp. Reliance Fresh, Nazarbad Main Road here today at 5 pm.

Tara Anuradha, MLC and Chairperson of Karnataka Chairperson of Karnataka Chalanachitra Academy will inaugurate. Bombe Mane will be open for public from tomorrow till Oct. 24, everyday from 10 am to 7 pm.

About Bombe Mane: Since past eight years Ramsons Kala Pratishtana has boldly promulgated the doll tradition of old Mysore region through the unique exhibition, Bombe Mane, literally the Doll House of Mysore.

Bringing thousands of dolls from across India and personally choosing the best of doll traditions that India has to offer, the design wing of Pratishtana has put in a lot of field study, research to come up with new dolls to showcase the local culture of the land.

About 2, 000 dolls, among which about 700 have been created since past 10 years by master craftsmen in age-old tradition with no effort and cost being spared to reflect the grandeur and pomp as envisioned by the Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV, whose vision made Dasara procession reach its pinnacle in 1939. Once completed, it will be a lasting legacy and heritage of Mysore – Bombe Mane’s humble dedication to the city of Palaces.

Using eco-friendly material like nuwood, miniature model of Jubilee Hall which now houses the Oriental Research Institute is created to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the laying of its foundation stone and models of other Mysore landmarks like Krishnarajendra Circle, Chamarajendra Circle, Lalita Mahal Palace and palace gates are sure to lure everyone with their detailed craftsmanship. Miniature kitchen sets in brass, wood and clay is added attraction of the Bombe Mane along with thousands of dolls from various places across India.

For details, contact Raghu Dharmendra Mob. 9880111625.

source: http://www.StarofMysore.com  / General News / October 03rd, 2012