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Silver Filigree (Framed) – Konark Wheel

$145.00

Product: Silver Filigree Show Piece

Category/Sub-Category: Silver Filigree

Description:  A Framed show piece of “Konark Wheel” made of fine wires of silver, a handicraft from state of Odisha.

Sun Temple of Konark is renowned throughout the world for its stone sculptures. The temple was designed in the shape of a huge chariot drawn by 7 mighty spirited horses on 12 pairs (total 24 wheels) of gorgeously decorated wheels at its base.Place of Origin: Odisha, India. The huge wheels of the Konark Temple are one of the major attractions for visitors.

The artisan has attempted to recreate the same wheel in Silver Filigree.

Significance:

  1. A unique piece of Art.
  2. Adds rich cultural value to your shelf
  3. Depiction of Creativity at its best.

 Suggestion for Maintenance:

  1. The showpiece is covered in a frame of hard transparent plastic.
  2. No regular maintenance required except simple dusting.
  3. Avoid exposing the silver metal craft to open, moist air to avoid discoloring in long run.

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Silver Filigree, an important export item of Orissa from the ancient times, is locally known as “Tarakashi”. It is an ancient art internationally known for its elegant craftmanship. It is the most exquisite art of Orissa and the artisans who make these items reside mostly in Cuttack and a few villages of the Cuttack district.

To make  any filigree item, beaten pure silver is used to draw fine strands of wire which are soldered to form designs. Delicate and artistic jewellery, unique and beautiful gift articles, show pieces are a few from the wide variety of products made by the craftsmen.

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Weight 200 g

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