Silver inlaid betelnut cutter IN691
Four steel betelnut cutters in the shape of a stylized bird.
This form of metal handicraft is called bidriware and originating from the town of Bidar. Here are some interesting stories about its manufacturing that encompass an eight-stage process.
Deccan region, North-eastern part of Karnataka state, South India.
19th century.
12 to 13 cm long.
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