Sindhe Siva Leather Puppets

Sindhe Siva is a leather puppet artist based in Andhra Pradesh. He practices the traditional art of Tholubommalata and works across leather puppets, lampshades, wall clocks, paintings, hangings, jewellery pendants, necklaces, floor lamps, and hanging lamps. His journey with leather puppetry is shaped by growing up in a village known for its lineage of master craftsmen and is home to several State Award, National Award, National Merit Award, and Padma Shri recipients. This legacy informs his discipline and values. Working with leather and hand-painted detailing, he preserves traditional techniques while adapting them into contemporary objects. Through performances, teaching, and handcrafted works, Sindhe Siva sustains the tradition, ensuring its continuity across generations.