Pembarthi Metal Craft

Pembarthi Metal Craft is a metal handicraft made in Pembarthi, Warangal district, Telangana State, India.[1] They are popular for their exquisite sheet metal art works.[2]

History

Pembarthi is a small village located in the state of Telangana at about 80 km from Hyderabad. The village is famed worldwide for its unmatched brassware tradition. This meticulous brass work art flourished during the reign of Kakatiyas empire. Kakatiyas extensively used sheet metal art to adorn chariots and temples. But the art lost its significance with the collapse of the empire. However, during the rule of Nizams of Hyderabad the brass work got back its lost glory. Pembarthi becomes a must visit for all the lovers of art and crafts and specially for those who are keen to know a great deal about the sheet metal art.

Now it is famous all over the world with its glory. you can also buy the products from this website www.metalartisan.in and www.pembarthyhandicrafts.blogspot.in or www.facebook.com/handikrafts

Geographical Indication

It received the prestigious Geographical Indication, April 2010-March 2011,an honour for the craft.

References

  1. ↑ "Scotch whisky, Karnataka's Byadgi Chilli get GI tag". The Times of India.
  2. ↑ Madhur Tankha. "Surajkund Mela begins on Tuesday". The Hindu.
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