Rajasthani Jewellery

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In the previous post I introduced you to the Handicrafts of Rajasthan (Handicrafts of Rajasthan - An overview). Now let's explore the Handicraft items individually. We will start with Jewellery.

Jewellery

Jewellery is a symbol of femininity which makes the women more beautiful and confident. The vast variety of Jewellery is available in Rajasthan like Silver, Lac, Meenakari, Kundan and Jadau, Thewa etc. All are traditional as well as very stylish and hand crafted. The Rajasthani Jewellery is famous worldwide and attracts Tourists from all over the world.

Silver Jewellery:- Rajasthan is famous for its Tribal and Banjara jewellery which is made up of Silver, Beads, Shells and Metallic mesh etc.

 Silver is an affordable option in jewellery. Johri bazaar market in Jaipur is famous for its silver jewellery.

Silver Haar

Lac Jewellery :- Jaipur is a hub of Lac jewellery. Jodhpur and Udaipur is also famous for Lac ornaments.Lac is also known as"Lacquer" which is derived from insects (Tachardia lacca) and then collected to make jewellery. Lac is used for making different jewellery items but Bangles need a special mention. Bangles are made in amazing varieties with lovely stones, colours and metal embedding etc.

Lac Necklace

Kundan and Jadau Jewellery :- It is traditional form of Indian jewellery. Kundan jewellery is mainly made in Rajasthan and parts of Gujrat. It is also known as Bikaneri or Jaipuri jewellery where enameling with colour and design is on reverse and Kundan setting is in front. Jaipur in Rajasthan is the centre for kundan jewellery.

Kundan Haar

Meenakari Jewellery:- Rajasthani is famous for its Meenakari jewellery. Meenakari is enameling and ornamenting to define the design details.The beautiful meenakari jewellery is famous not only among tourists but among Indian new brides because of its royal and elegant look. The capital city Jaipur is the Hub for the beautiful meenakari jewellery.

Meenakari Kada

Thewa Jewellery (Pratapgarh jewellery):- Thewa jewellery is an fusion of 23k gold with multicolored glass. It evolved in Pratapgarh district in Rajasthan. Thewa is available in various styles and presents a completely different style statement.

Thewa Jewellery

Jewellery that are famous in Rajasthan are Rakhdi /Borla /sheeshfool, Nath, Surliya /Kaanbali /jhaale , Aad or kanthi , Necklace , Bajubandh , Bangadi , Ivory bangle, Hathfool, Kardhani /Tagdi, Anklet /Kada, Bichuwa etc.

Rajasthani Jeweller

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Handicrafts of Rajasthan - An Overview

Rajasthan - the name itself speaks for itself and presents a picture full of colours, mystic jewellery, royal palaces, antiques and above all the attractive, lovely and flamboyant folks. Each and every stone of this land not only had a history attached to it but also tells us about the rich culture, art, and artisan work of its people.

Rajasthan has been famous in the world for its handicrafts since ancient times. People here and abroad buy very eagerly and fondly the artistic article produced in the state. By Handicrafts we mean those hand-made artistic goods and artifacts which are prepared by skilled artisans and Hand-workers.

Handicraft Of Rajasthan

Rajasthan is the largest producer of handicrafts in India and is well known all over the world for its handicraft items like Jewellery - silver, kundan and meenakari, Pottery, Textile, Handmade Paper, Precious and Semi-Precious Stones -gemstone, Paintings, Leather craft, Marble Handicrafts, handcrafted items - wood, ivory, lac, glass, brass, silver and gold and much more. The art and craft of Rajasthan has a distinctive style with the use of lively colors and fantasy designs

       

About Us - The author is a young woman entrepreneur, owner of Jaipur, Rajasthan based Nandini Handicrafts - a leading Wholesaler & Trader for the Home Furnishing | Home Decor Items | Bed Sheets | Cushion Covers | Diwan Sets | Fashionable Handbags | Wedding Gifts | Corporate Gifts | Handicraft Items

Visit our Website:- www.nandinihandicrafts.com

Please do reach us at the following links - 
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