Indian Handicraft: Silver Crafts

Filigree Work

  • The most famous technique used by silver jewellery artists
  • Example: Painri and Paijam Silver Anklets
    • From Odisha.
    • They make uniquely knitted ornaments made of silver called gunchi. 

Bidri Work

  • From Karnataka.
  • Very famous for its beauty. 
  • It uses silver to create inlay work against dark backgrounds. 
  • This creates an elusive and stark contrast for the shining silver work. 
  • It has got the GI status.
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