{"product_id":"krishna-in-koftgiri-by-shyamlata-gahloth","title":"Krishna in Koftgiri by Shyamlata Gahloth","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis intricate inlaid Koftgiri frame by Shyamlata Gahloth, depicts the beloved Lord Krishna playing his flute. The artist here as employed a technique where she uses the negative space or plain background to highlight the main art work, by using inlays only to outline the motif and leaving the rest of the canvas is blank, a dark midnight-blue. \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\u003eThis piece features Lord Krishna in his divine action of playing the flute. It beautifully captures his serene expression, by highlighting his almond eyes that appear to be closed. Devoid of any ornamentation other than his kangans (single bangles), chandan (sandalwood) tilak, peacock feather and flute, the artist beautifully captures the musical glory and transports the viewer into that very scene, enchanting the senses with the sweet melody of Krishna's flute.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shyamlata Gahloth","offers":[{"title":"With Frame","offer_id":49396384825558,"sku":null,"price":8800.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Krishna_in_Koftgiri_by_Shyamlata_Gahloth.jpg?v=1784545018","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/krishna-in-koftgiri-by-shyamlata-gahloth","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}