Karimnagar Silver Filigree represents a delicate form of jeweller metalwork from Karimnagar region in Telangana, India. The pieces of work are accompanied by tiny beads or twisted threads, or both of these in combination. The roots of Filigree can also be traced back to the Italian and French metal work from 17th to 19th century and was patronised during the rule of the Nizams of Hyderabad.
Silver is first melted by a method called “Bhatti”. Then it is made into a fine hair like wires using a wire drawing machine.The artisans of Karimnagar display fine mastery wherein they twist the delicate silver wire into delicate loops. These are knitted in a form of a zigzag pattern which results in an intricate lace-like appearance. The silversmiths crimp the thin strips of fine silver and create loops that are filled with designs formed by thicker and attractive silver strips. These strips and fine silver are further deftly soldered.
Motifs of bird and flowers are extensively used in these intricate carvings. The designs of leaves, flowers, trees, animals and birds are predominant. The popular items are traditional pandans, jewellery boxes, vases and replicas of Charminar. The creation is entirely handmade and the silver used is of very high quality. Each creation is unique and different from others.
In Filigree work, the articles have an intricate trellis-like network (referred to as ‘jali’ in the local parlance) made of twisted silver wire. There are three types of unique styles used in Silver Filigree work and are the patterns called - 'Meenakari', 'Khulla Jaal', and 'Flowers and Leaves’
GI Tag Registration Date : 16 May 2007
GI Tag Number : 53
Certificate Number : 33
Geographical Area : Telangana
Special Cover Release Date : 23 January 2021
Cancellation : Raj Bhavan PO 500 041
Type : GI Tag Special Cover
Cover Identification Number : TS/02/2021
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