SILVER FILIGREE

Orissa's fine & delicate silver filigree works locally known as "Tarakashi" is one of the best in the world. Made of silver drawn in to threads as fine as a spider's web. Any piece of filigree work bears sufficient testimony to the perspicacious craftsmanship of its makers. The subtle and proficient execution of an article with only fine silver wires is probably unique in technique & style. This creative and uncommon art has its connoisseurs all over the world. A wide range of articles of fragile beauty are manufactured. The articles include a variety of ornaments, cigarette cases, perfumes containers, vanity bags, plates, picture frames, caskets, toys, models of animals, birds, flowers and various other items. Nothing definite about the origin of this craft is known. These decorative crafts are light and elegant. For those who prefer the sheen of gold, the craft can be glazed in gold.