ornaments Of bidri work are famous from?
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The origin of these works dates back to 14th century under the Bahmani kingdom which ruled the present Deccan area. The art form developed in the kingdom was a mix of Turkey, Persia and Arabic countries which were intermingled with the local styles and thus a unique style of its own was born. Bidri work, in particular, came from Iran with an artisan called Abdulla-bin-Kaiser, who was an expert in metal work. Along with local artisans, the art ware spread far and wide and was handed over to generations as time passed. Fortunately, the art did not die with the kings, it was later on patronized by subsequent kingdoms and today, we can enjoy its exclusivity. It is a family business and in some artisans’ families, even women take part in the making of the metal ware. In Aurangabad, the Bidri art was introduced by the Nizam of Hyderabad as it was a part of Nizam’s empire then. As Aurangabad has its own rich legacy of art and craft, The Bidri work mingled into the local arts soon.
Intricacies of Bidri Works
The alloy of zinc and copper is used for making the basic structure of the metal ware. Earlier, they were used for making hookahs, paan-holders and vases but now keepsakes, bowls, earrings, trays, ornament boxes, other jewelry and showpiece items are made from it. Because it is made from zinc, the items get a black color. After molding, they are filed and smoothened. The decided design is then engraved on it and then pure silver wires or sheets are then placed into the thin spaces with the help of hammers and other instruments. After this inlaying of silver is done, the item is then polished and oxidized. This oxidation process involves use of earth from the fort of Bidar (the then capital of Bahamani Kingdom) and therefore, it got its name. When the item is put into a boiling solution containing the Bidri mud, it becomes jet black but nothing happens to silver. The article is then lubricated with coconut or other oil so that it shines to attract our eyes. The designs used on the items are also very popular. It is their delicacy and tenderness which magnetize our attention.
Intricacies of Bidri Works
The alloy of zinc and copper is used for making the basic structure of the metal ware. Earlier, they were used for making hookahs, paan-holders and vases but now keepsakes, bowls, earrings, trays, ornament boxes, other jewelry and showpiece items are made from it. Because it is made from zinc, the items get a black color. After molding, they are filed and smoothened. The decided design is then engraved on it and then pure silver wires or sheets are then placed into the thin spaces with the help of hammers and other instruments. After this inlaying of silver is done, the item is then polished and oxidized. This oxidation process involves use of earth from the fort of Bidar (the then capital of Bahamani Kingdom) and therefore, it got its name. When the item is put into a boiling solution containing the Bidri mud, it becomes jet black but nothing happens to silver. The article is then lubricated with coconut or other oil so that it shines to attract our eyes. The designs used on the items are also very popular. It is their delicacy and tenderness which magnetize our attention.
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Ornaments Of bidri work are famous from the area Bidar, Karnataka.
• In the early 14th century CE , a metal layered art developed in Bidar, Karnataka.
• Few of the local Bidari artists and also an Iranian artist named ( Abdul-bin-Kaiser) gave birth to this unique form of art.
• Originally it is famous for the handicraft products and accessories which are quite aesthetic.
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