Kondapalli Toys

GI Tagged

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About Kondapalli Toys

Kondapalli's light softwood toys depict village life, mythological scenes and the famous Dasara doll displays of Andhra. Each figure is carved in parts, joined with tamarind paste and brightly painted.

Region of origin
Andhra Pradesh
GI registration
Kondapalli Bommallu
Materials
tella-poniki softwood; tamarind paste
Techniques
carving; assembly; painting
HS code (customs)
9503

How it’s made

carvingassemblypainting

The makers

Crafted by Aryakshatriya artisans of Andhra Pradesh.

Why “GI-tagged” matters

Kondapalli Toys is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Kondapalli Bommallu”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.

GI-certified authenticity

Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions

Artisan-direct

Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings

Traceable provenance

Every piece carries its maker, region & origin