The history of metal crafts in Indo-Pak Sub-Continent is quite old. The metal crafts of this region depict the artifacts of old civilizations like that of Ghandhara, Mohenjodaro and Taxila which range from utility items to decorative ones. With the passage of time the proportions of the artifacts has changed to some extent to suit the contemporary décor, similarly the techniques to produce metal crafts have improved considerably.
A wide range of articles like Vases, Flower Pots, Plates, Dishes, Lamps, Candle Stands, Ashtrays, Chandeliers, Planters, Tea sets, Jewelry Boxes, Samawars Table Bells, Water Sets, Seals, Animal figures and Miniature models of various traditional items are being produced commercially, Varied surface treatments like embossing, chiseling, electroplating, oxidation, enamel coloring etc are used to transform delicate designs depicting our rich cultural heritage.
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