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Tamil people have historically been connoisseurs of fine golden jewellery, which has a history predating the Sangam period in the Indian subcontinent. Ancient Tamil literature lists out the different types of jewellery worn by women historically from head to toe.
Antique jewelry, with its timeless allure, has left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of Tamil Nadu. In this exploration, we embark on a journey through the verses and narratives of Tamil literature, unraveling the intricate history and cultural significance of antique jewelry.
Contemporary fine jewellery from designer houses such as Chopard and Bulgari are inspired by Mother Nature. The maangamalai and the kizhikaasu malai were no different. The mango fruit symbolizes...
The gold jewelry designs of Tamil Nadu and Kerala draw their inspiration from nature and the kundan and Meenakari styles of jewelry are inspired by the designs of the Mughal dynasty. Not only gold, there is also a vast variety of silver jewelry found all over India.
Discover the intricate designs, cultural significance, and evolution of traditional Tamil jewellery designs from ancient to modern times. The southern state of Tamil Nadu, known for its rich cultural and historical heritage, boasts an array of traditional jewellery designs that reflect its artisans' dedication and craftsmanship.
Various sources are used for understanding the history of jewellery and footwear, including the literary accounts of Kalidasa (4th–5th century CE) and Banabhatta (6th–7th century CE), along with the Gupta coins and the Ajanta and Bagh cave paintings.
Thandatti, the iconic, heavy gold earrings were once social markers, and hark back to Tamil society’s close ties with Jainism in the first century CE
Originating around the 9th century in the Chola empire, arguably the golden age of ancient India, temple jewellery’s legacy has survived into the 21st century. Temple jewellery, as the name suggests, was used in temples to adorn the gods and goddesses and the practice continues to this day.
The sculptures at Bharhut, Sanchi and Amaravati and the paintings at Ajanta depict a wide range of jewellery worn by man and woman, by king and commoner.While Silappadikaram, an ancient Tamil classic of the Sangam era, talks of a society dealing in gold, pearls and precious stones, the chronicles of Paes, a Portuguese traveller, describes the ...
Antique Jewelry. The jewelry which is not in mainstream production and of which the mode of production is no longer popular is known by the name of 'Antique Jewelry.' This kind of jewelry has dull and rough look, combined with an old world-world charm, and this serves as the major USP of such jewelry. Bead Jewelry