{"product_id":"hummingbird-in-koftgiri-by-shyamlata-gahloth","title":"Hummingbird in Koftgiri by Shyamlata Gahloth","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis beautifully inlaid Koftgiri panel by Shyamlata Gahloth is a depiction of the Hummingbird. The artist here has employed an enchanting mix of the techniques of negative and positive, where she uses the positive space by carving out the bird on the metal sheet, and the negative to highlight the features. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKoftgiri (or Koftgari) is a centuries-old traditional Indian decorative metalworking technique originating from the Mughal and Rajput periods, that is practiced primarily in Rajasthan in hubs like Udaipur, Jaipur, and Alwar. The artisans meticulously inlay fine gold or silver wires into hardened iron or steel surfaces to create exquisite floral, geometric, and royal motifs. This art form was brought to India by Persian craftsmen during the Mughal Empire, and was historically reserved for nobility, the technique was used to embellish royal weaponry and armor, including swords, daggers, and shields. Today, master koftgars (artisans) apply these intricate floral, geometric, and calligraphic motifs to modern decor, decorative boxes, and sculpted artifacts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Hummingbird appears to be mid-flight and with its face tilted upwards. The highlighted detail in this piece is the plumage of the bird, depicting the multi-layerity of the tail feathers. Its broad wings carry it upwards, as the talons curl into its body. The background of black over red draws all attention to the silver motif. Though birds and flora are classical local motifs, specific representations of a hummingbird allow for a beautiful blending of meaningful iconography with royal Rajasthani metal inlay.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shyamlata Gahloth","offers":[{"title":"With Frame","offer_id":49399797285078,"sku":null,"price":8800.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Hummingbird_in_Koftgiri_by_Shyamlata_Gahloth.jpg?v=1784547415","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/hummingbird-in-koftgiri-by-shyamlata-gahloth","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}