Nothing can ever match up to the jewellery and artefacts of the Indus Valley Civilization. The prowess and efficiency with which every artisan crafts ornaments are worth the mention. The indus valley jewellery and harappan jewellery worn by both men and women was intricate, rich and sophisticated. The use of precious metals such as gold, […]
“Rough diamonds may sometimes be mistaken for worthless pebbles”. According to this statement by English author Sir Thomas Browne, not many people can tell the difference between a real diamond from a fake one. A diamond found in its natural form is crude and lacks lustre. The worth of a diamond can only be identified […]
Jewellery dates back to the time when it was made of natural elements such as flowers, leaves, rocks, bones, etc. Back then, every civilization was known for crafting distinct jewellery pieces specific to their culture. Among the many ancient cultures such as the Byzantine, Roman and Egyptian, the Greek culture niched a mark in the […]
Brooch is an elegant piece of jewellery accessory that dates back to a time when it was made of thorns and flint. Earlier, brooches were only considered a necessity to secure two pieces of cloth rather than a jewellery accessory. The history of brooches as jewellery accessories can be learned in a jewellery design course. […]
Right from the earlier times of human civilization, hair accessories have been in existence. Irrespective of the rank, caste and culture, men and women adorned themselves with different types of hair accessories. The only one thing that distinguished the rich from the poor was the materials used to make them, including precious stones, gems and […]
Nature is bountiful! We all take inspiration from nature to create something of our own. Be it any form of art, in some way or the other nature is reflected in it. The best example of this is jewellery. We have a very close relation with jewellery which dates back thousands of years. Jewellery back […]
Be it a wedding ensemble, party wear or just a casual outfit, jewellery is something that instantly glam up the attire. The use of different textures on jewellery adds a distinct look. The texture on jewellery can either be achieved by engraving or embossing different patterns and motifs. The use of precious gems and stones […]
While taking a close look at a jewellery piece, have you ever imagined what goes into its making? The creativity of a designer, the skill and precision of a craftsman and the knowledge of metals and stones makes a professional jewellery designer who creates such a piece. Jewellery designing is a vast subject and there’s […]
The times and styles of jewellery design goes through fascinating phases of change. These changes bring about jewellery that has a substance to it, influenced by the particular era and the mindset of people. Of all the jewellery models that we get to see, contemporary and modern jewellery are two distinct categories that are understood […]
There are jeweller art varieties in India that have traditional significance that haven’t faded with time and influx of modernity. The resilience of these jewellery arts come from the unmatched craftsmanship involved in them and the exquisiteness of the resulting jewellery that is irresistibly enchanting. Filigree jewellery is one such jewellery art that has been […]