Jinzo (sculpting) is one of the oldest forms of craft, dating back to the 17th century. Jinzo includes making o religious statues and ritual objects, clay masks, pottery and construction of buildings using mortar, plaster and rammed earth.

Usually, the sculpture is made of clay combined with other materials such as traditional desho paper or beaten bark from the Daphne plant. Bhutanese clay sculptures are amongst the best in the Himalayan region, and many renowned sculptors have been invited to build statues in some ancient monasteries in Tibet.

Another popular clay product is the traditional earthen pots. Only a few places in the country still make earthen pots, such as Gangzur gewog in Lhuentse, and astern Bhutan. Tsatsas (sacred objects moulded with clay) are a common sight in Bhutan.

Ashes of the deceased are mixed with clay to make tsatsas. You can find these sacred objects in caves, underneath rocks, inside stupas, alongside the roads or any places that are sheltered from the elements.

They are usually painted in white, red or gold. The bereaved family members usually commission for the production of tsatsas to honour and bid farewell to their loved ones.