{"product_id":"the-dove-in-koftgiri-by-shyamlata-gahloth","title":"The Dove in Koftgiri by Shyamlata Gahloth","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis beautifully inlaid Koftgiri panel by Shyamlata Gahloth, depicts the peace dove. The artist here as employed a technique where he uses the positive space or completely inlayed to highlight the main art work, by carving out the pattern on the metal sheet. \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 artist beautifully carves out the silhouette of the dove, with its wings spread out, as it moves upwards into the metaphorical blue sky. Though birds and flora are classical local motifs, specific representations of a peace dove 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":49397308817622,"sku":null,"price":8800.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._The_Dove_in_Koftgiri_by_Shyamlata_Gahloth.jpg?v=1784545551","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/the-dove-in-koftgiri-by-shyamlata-gahloth","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}