Bidri-ware - Hyderabad
Different types of tools and raw materials used are mentioned below:
Metals:
Zinc- molten alloy and copper are main important raw materials used in Bidri craft making.
File and Buffering Machine:
Different types of buffing blades are used to smoothen the surface of the article.
Copper Sulphate:
It is applied on the casted object to obtain temporary black coating on the article, so that it is easy to sketch the design over dark background.
Chisel:
Used to engrave the design on the article.
Old Soil:
It is mixed with ammonium to give permanent black coating on the article.
Silver Wire:
Used to engrave in the design grooves.
Brass Metal Wire:
Brass metal wire is inlayed to enhance the outer appeal of the product.
Coconut Oil:
once the product is made, coconut oil is applied to deepen the black matt coating.
Bidri fort Mitti:
Bidri fort mitti-clay is boiled and products are dipped in the mitti solution to obtain permanent black color.
Carving Tools:
Carving tools such as chisel, hammer, filers, rasps are used while engraving and inlaying process.
