Iron has been used in the making of tools since prehistoric times. It comprises a series of procedures like heating,…
Jewelry
The intricate traditions and skills of India are reflected in its traditional jewelry. The array is mind-numbing for its sheer beauty and workmanship. The Indian woman’s jewelry goes from the head with the maang tikka to her feet with toe rings and anklets. The mishmash encompasses the splendor of Meenakari, Thewa, Kundan and more. Necklaces, armlets and cummerbands are a few of the jewelry pieces that have struck a statement in the global scenario. Tribal jewelry charms with its heavy, metallic appeal, while the intricacy of filigree work makes it class apart. Every piece tells a story and has strings of traditions attached.
Diamonds are indeed a girls’ best friend. Carrying forward this beautiful affair between women and diamonds is the polki variety…
Introduction Jadau Jewellery owes its name to the exquisite craftsmanship that was brought by the Mughals and now forms a…
Kada, the Indian bracelet-cum-bangle is an important part of a woman’s life. From being a toddler to an older woman,…
Sandstone has perhaps been the very first raw material that has been used by prehistoric man for crafting tools. Today,…
Introduction Crystal is a word that is derived from Greek ‘Krustallos’ which means ‘crystal’. Earlier the term was used to…
The waist belt or Kamarbandh is a stunning work of Indian craftsmanship. They are a visual delight and cherished pieces…
Ivory, a hard cream colored material extracted from elephant tusks, has been used throughout history. Ivory has continued to be…
Before man learnt to communicate through words and written forms, he liked to possess and create beautiful pieces to gift…
Introduction Cloisonné art is native to the far eastern countries of Japan and China and is an ancient technique for…
An important element of ‘Solah shringar’. ‘Bajuband’ or Armlet (also known as Ananta, Angada), it is a type of bracelet…
India and ethnic accessories are more or less synonymous with each other. Famous for delicately created, beautiful pieces of jewelry,…