BIDRI WARE: A UNIQUE METAL CRAFT OF INDIA

Authors

  • Dr. Anjali Pandey Assistant Professor& HOD, Department of Drawing &Painting,Govt. M.L.B. Girls P. G. Autonomous College Bhopal, INDIA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v4.i3.2016.2799

Keywords:

Engraving, Ornamenting, Bidar, Calligraphy, Metal Alloy, Inlay, Silver Wire, Polishing, Skillful Designs

Abstract [English]

Handicrafts are valuable; they make our life enriched by their grace. Many times the question rises in our mind, about the origin and concept of the art and craftsmanship, its method and technique, material and attribute of the craftsmanship. The master craftsmanship of Bidri ware has all requisite qualities of excellence. Bidri is a type of encrusted metal ware. It is an intricate process involving several steps. Its preparation process and manufacturing is unique. The decorative designs describe the influences of Mughal impact. Often Bidri ware had inscription Arabic calligraphy of high quality. The metal commonly used is an alloy of copper and zinc. The zinc content gives the alloy deepan black colour.   Bidri artist used simple and handmade tools for working. The textural ornamentation by hammering, engraving, inlaying creates the unique  decorative effect Mainly six techniques -Aftabi, Koftgiri, Tehnishan,  Zarbuland,  Munabatkari and Tarkashi  are used for ornamentation. Huqqa, Pandan, Surahi, Lota, Thali, Katora, Battle shield, sword etc are the main articles of Bidri ware. Today the Bidri artisans made some changes for new up comings.

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Photograph: courtesy - www.google.com

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Published

2016-03-31

How to Cite

Pandey, A. (2016). BIDRI WARE: A UNIQUE METAL CRAFT OF INDIA. International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH, 4(3), 170–175. https://doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v4.i3.2016.2799

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