Lokta
Lokta botanically known as Daphne Bhoula or Daphne Papyracea, is an indegenous plant of Nepal. It is found at the altitude of 6500 feet to 9500 feet from the sea level. The bark of the Lokta is used as raw materials for the purpose of making since ages. Lokta plant is harvested by cutting its stem at ground level without destroying the main root. Lokta regenerates naturally and normally takes 2 to 3 years of time. Hence, there is no adverse effect on the forest ecology. It has properties of durability, strong, free from germs and higly resistant to the insects.
About This Item
Paper lampshade made Lokta paper. These lampshades are completely handmade. -the paper is handmade -the paper is hand-dyed -The motifs are printed by hand or painted -the four side pieces with black threads tied together. At the four corners are below tassel threads appended. It secures the lamp shade by the above knotted threads on the socket or the lamp cable Height 26 cm width ca 18 cm Irregularities in color, paper texture, and shape are inevitable because made by hand.
