Crafting a Legacy with Bone and Horn Artistry

Haji Ibrahim Khan is a 59-year-old Indian artisan who has dedicated over 40 years to the craft of Bone and Horn. Starting in 1978, he learned the craft from the Manyara community in Jodhpur. Khan shifted from repairing ivory items to carving Bone and Horn products due to market demand and regulations. He now focuses on the export market and witnesses its evolution and profitability. With his brother by his side since 1982, Khan's expertise reflects the remarkable journey of the craft and its changing market.