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Black Kumkum Box - Bidri Art - Silver Inlay Work
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Adorn your pooja space with this handcrafted Leaf Design Kumkum or Kanku Tilak Box. Handcrafted using traditional Bidri artistry, it features intricate real silver floral inlay work on deep black alloy. This piece blends timeless elegance with functionality and is perfect for storing kumkum or small trinkets.
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Product Details
- SKU Code: HD_AY_01076_BK
- Art Type : Bidri Art
- Material : Gunmetal (an alloy of zinc and copper)
- Dimensions : Length-10cms, Width-6cms, Height-2cms
- Design : Floral motifs with real silver inlay work
- Color : Black
- Weight : 168 gms
- Category : Decor
- Sub-category : Home Decor
- Packaging Content : Black and Silver Kumkum Tilak Box X 1
- State : Karnataka
- Country of Origin : India
Features
- Exquisite Leaf Design: The box is intricately shaped like a leaf, adding a unique and charming element to your décor.
- Handcrafted Bidri Art: Showcasing the renowned Bidri technique, this box features intricate real silver inlay against a sleek black gunmetal base.
- Multipurpose Use: Ideal for storing kumkum, sindoor, or small trinkets, offering both decorative and practical value.
- Compact and Elegant: Small enough to fit anywhere, yet elegant enough to catch attention, this box adds a touch of tradition to any space.
- Perfect Gift: A thoughtful gift for festivals, weddings, or special occasions, combining traditional craftsmanship with artistic design.
Preserving Timeless Traditions of Craftsmanship
Bidri is a mesmerizing craft from Bidar, Karnataka, where silver or gold is artfully inlaid on black metal. Persian artisans introduced this art during the Bahmani Sultanate, blending Turkish, Arabic, and Persian designs. Once etched on steel or copper, today's Bidriware uses zinc and copper alloys, showcasing intricate Mughal designs on the matt black surface. Adorning pieces like platters and paan boxes, Bidri remains a treasured gem in the artistry of southern India.
Manufacturing Process
- Melting the Alloy: The creation of Bidri pieces begins with soil moulds made pliable using castor oil and resin. A combination of 95% zinc and 5% copper is heated to 800°F, then poured into these moulds and allowed to cool. The resulting cast item is refined through filing and buffing to achieve a smooth finish.
- Casting the Article: Once smoothed, the piece is treated with a copper sulphate solution, creating a temporary black coating. Artisans then hand-draw intricate designs onto this matte surface with a sharp stylus, providing a canvas for their artistry.
- Engraving and Inlaying: The item is secured on a waxed stone, allowing artisans to engrave designs using small chisels. Fine silver wires and sheets are then carefully hammered into the engraved grooves to showcase geometric patterns and floral motifs.
- Oxidizing: Finally, the nearly finished piece is dipped in a solution made from centuries-old soil from Bidri Fort and ammonium chloride. This darkens the surface while leaving the silver intact, creating a brilliant contrast. A coat of oil is applied to enhance the rich matte finish.
Note
- Each product may feature slight variations in color or craftsmanship, which adds to its uniqueness and beauty.
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- To clean, apply a few drops of coconut oil to the surface of the product and gently wipe it with a soft cotton cloth.
- Handle with Care.
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