Metalwork and Jewelry

Gold, silver, and copper are the most commonly used metals in Indian metalwork and jewelry.

Repousse is a metalworking technique that involves hammering and shaping metal sheets to create raised designs.

Odisha is renowned for its intricate filigree work, which involves soldering tiny metal wires together to create delicate patterns.

Granulation is a metalworking technique that involves fusing small metal balls or grains to a metal surface to create a textured or decorative effect.

Rajasthan is famous for its Meenakari work, which involves enameling metal surfaces with vibrant colors and intricate designs.

Cloisonné is a metalworking technique that involves setting gemstones or enamel into metal by soldering thin metal strips around the desired areas.

Karnataka is famous for its Bidriware, which involves inlaying silver or gold into blackened metal to create intricate designs.

Tarkashi is a metalworking technique that involves twisting and intertwining metal wires to create intricate patterns, often used in jewelry and decorative objects.

West Bengal is renowned for its Dokra metal casting, which involves using the lost-wax casting technique to create intricate metal sculptures and figurines.

Jadau is a metalworking technique that involves soldering tiny metal beads or pearls to a metal surface to create intricate and colorful designs.

Andhra Pradesh is renowned for its intricate silver filigree work, which involves soldering tiny silver wires together to create delicate patterns.

Kundankari is a metalworking technique that involves setting gemstones or enamel into metal using a bezel setting, often used in jewelry and decorative objects.

Telangana is famous for its Nirmal paintings, which are intricate and colorful paintings done on lacquered wooden objects.

Meenakari is a metalworking technique that involves enameling metal surfaces with vibrant colors and intricate designs, often used in jewelry and decorative objects.

Karnataka is famous for its Bidriware, which involves inlaying silver or gold into blackened metal to create intricate designs, often used in jewelry and decorative objects.