Jewelry never goes out of style, especially when it’s handmade and traditional. It gives a classy look to fashion-conscious women. The 21st century is seeing the return of old traditions and cultures with a modern twist. One of them is this beautiful hand-crafted modern terracotta jewelry from Bishnupur.
What is Terracotta?
Terracotta means “baked earth” and is made from natural clay. It is waterproof and sturdy.
Bishnupur, Murshidabad, Birbhum, and Hooghly are superior examples of terracotta creativity.
The Making of Terracotta Jewellery
The process involves the purification of the clay, and shaping and designing the wet slab.
After drying is completed, it is fired in a kiln at a very high temperature to give it a stone consistency. It is then hand-painted in a myriad of colors with unique patterns and designs.
Fusion Of Old With New
The terracotta craftsmen are diversifying their craft and bringing innovative products that beautifully bring out the fusion of the old with the new. From modern-looking terracotta jewellery, to home decor: there are a lot of other products that are increasingly gaining popularity.
How To Style
Unique designs of terracotta can be combined with every attire whether ethnic or Western as they come in traditional and modern designs.
Present Day Scenario
The art of terracotta is slowly dwindling, due to the increasing competition posed by contemporary jewellery in modern times. Also, the erosion of culture has resulted in the shrinking market for terracotta ware.
Fun Fact
A big terracotta statue of the mother goddess is the most prominent discovery from Mohenjo Daro during Sindhu Saraswati Civilization. This depicts that this art has never perished, instead has always grown in popularity with time.
Another Reason To Buy These Products
Jewellery makes for ideal gifting items. Being non-reactive, it suits all skin types and does not cause allergies. Terracotta might appear to be a simple form of art, but it is a labor-intensive technique. By buying this product, you’re not only contributing back to the Indian economy, but also helping Indian artists who toil day and night to nourish and feed their families.
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India has a special kind of connection with its artisans and the colorful culture found in the nook and corners of this land. Local art like basket weaving, temple paintings, terracotta vessels is just parts of our heritage hidden away.
We bring you the history, the forgotten legacies, through authentic art, right from their birthplaces, to you.
Clio’s Heritage Store is a store with a story. Every product comes with a tale of its very own. We promote various local artisans from every corner of India, while also upholding the legacy that our country holds. When you buy from us, you help keep alive the dreams of hundreds of handicraftsmen, you help contribute in the cause of keeping our ancestry alive. You help the cottage industries and the small businesses and mostly you keep our heritage alive.
So come, be a part of this journey of knowing history through the art of our country.
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