Bidri work is a traditional metalworking craft from Bidar, Karnataka, India. It's known for its intricate designs and blackened zinc alloy.
Features
- Bidri work is a type of metal handicraft that involves engraving and inlaying.
- The craft is characterized by its unique inlay technique.
- The craft is known for its distinctive black color, which comes from a process of oxidation.
- The craft is often inspired by nature, folklore, and geometric patterns.
- The craft is known for its intricate, handcrafted designs.
History
- The craft is Persian in origin, but bidriware is purely Indian innovation.
- The craft has been made for centuries by artisans from Karnataka's Bidar district.
- The craft's origin is attributed mostly to the Bahamani Sultans who ruled the region during the 14th and 15th centuries.
Products
- Bidri work is used to create a variety of objects, such as hookahs, vases, boxes, and plates.