Description
Banaras Gulabi Meenakari: The Royal Legacy of Pink Enamel
Nurtured over centuries in Varanasi (Banaras), Gulabi Meenakari stands among India’s rarest and most distinguished precious metal-enameling traditions, recognized worldwide with the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) Tag. Rooted in royal Mughal court patronage, this craft is globally celebrated for its luminous, rose-pink (Gulabi) brushstrokes over high-purity silver.
Unlike ordinary surface enameling, authentic Banaras Meenakari is a demanding, multi-step artistic discipline. The master artisan (Meenakar) carefully hand-engraves intricate patterns into the silver canvas before filling the delicate grooves with crushed mineral glass pigments. Repeated high-temperature kiln firings fuse the enamels permanently into the metal, giving it a lustrous, gemstone-like finish that retains its brilliance for generations.
The Artisanal Journey & Key Highlights
- Fine Silver Canvas: Handcrafted on a solid silver foundation to provide structural integrity and heirloom collectible value.
- Natural Mineral Enamels: Pigmented with crushed glass and mineral oxides in shades of rose blush, royal blue, emerald green, and gold accents.
- High-Temperature Kiln Fired: Multi-stage firings melt the glass enamels permanently into the silver surface for a fade-proof, brilliant glow.
- Statement Centerpiece: An imposing, elegant focal accent designed for luxury living rooms, formal console tables, and executive suites.
Product Specifications
- Art Form: Traditional Varanasi Gulabi Meenakari (GI Tagged)
- Core Base: Pure Fine Silver with Vitreous Mineral Glass Enamels
- Product Dimensions: 6.75″ × 4.5″ Inches
- Product Net Weight: Approx. 120 Grams
- Box Dimensions (L × W × H): 8.0″ × 8.5″ × 2.25″ Inches
- Box Weight: Approx. 436 Grams
- Total Weight with Product: 556 Grams
- Geographical Origin: Varanasi (Banaras), Uttar Pradesh, India
- Care Instructions: Wipe gently using a dry, soft microfiber cloth. Avoid water exposure, harsh chemicals, and abrasive cleaners.
- Packaging: Encased in an export-grade, velvet-lined luxury rigid gift box with insured transit protection.
Ideal For Gifting & Collectors
- Festive & Auspicious Keepsake: A meaningful, opulent gift for Diwali, weddings, and housewarming (Griha Pravesh) celebrations.
- Executive & VIP Gifting: A prestigious cultural offering tailored for corporate founders, international delegates, and key business associates.
- Art Connoisseurs: An essential acquisition for collectors who cherish authentic, handmade Indian silver heritage.
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