Art Works in Indian jewellery – Fashion Revival of Indian Jewellery
As the people, cultures and thoughts change in different regions, jewellery styles also change. In India, making of jewellery is considered as a form of art. This art is passed through a generation of jewellery makers and they are known as karigars. Now-a-days there is a strong comeback of Indian jewellery as many well-known designers and brand names houses are seen interested in revival of it. Let’s look at the famous regional styles of jewellery available in India. There are surely many regional styles available but these are some prominent designs all over India.
Meenakari is an art of fusing or enameling metal with the lacquers of different colors like blue, red and green. Rajasthan is famous in this art.
Theva is another art found in Rajasthan and it is a rare one, revived by well-known Indian designers. In this art gold is enameled into glass. Foil of different colors is used below glass which highlights the gold and gives an exquisite look.
Mughal is an art mostly found in Dehli. Roots of this art are linked with Mughals who brought it to Indian jewellery and it never went out of fashion. By looking at this art wok, you will find that this art work is inspired by nature. Commonly used motifs include birds, vines, leaves, flowers, etc. This jewellery has a magical effect, that’s why these styles by Mughals go hand in hand.
Gheru is a style of Baroda found in Gujrat. In this art designer give a beautiful dull red copper finish to jewellery.
Kundan Jadau is an art of encrusting or embossing gemstones. This art is a part of Mughal style of jewellery. It is also found in the region of Rajasthan and it is a specialty of artisans from Jaipur. Kundan is a semi-opaque crystal which is surrounded by metal leaves.
Polki is a unique jewellery art. Polki is an art work found in Gujrat and made up of the uncut diamonds.
Pachchikam style is an art work which involves holding together glasswork and uncut semi-precious stones which is done by metal claws. For generations it is a Gujarati speciality and consider opposite to Kundan Jadau style of encrusting and embedding.
Filigree is a style from Bengal in which designs and patterns are made by twisting thin wires of silver. This art work is also found in Andhra Pradesh and Orissa.
Temple jewellery is a well known Indian jewellery from South India. In this jewellery, artisans use precious stones and 22 karat gold. In past times, this jewellery is made to adorn the idols of gods and goddesses of the temples. That’s why it is known by this name. Designs and motifs of this jewellery are also nature inspired. Tamil Nadu is popular for temple jewellery.
Navrattan is traditional Indian jewellery and found in Bengali style. Usually it is made by the combination of nine gemstones – emerald, ruby, cat’s eye, turquoise, diamond, pearl, opal, coral and sapphire.
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