A beautiful amalgam of metals such as copper and zinc, Bidri contains the pure qualities of both the metals. The black colour of the Bidri metal is obtained from zinc while copper contributes to the temporary colour of the metal. Several intricate designs have experimented with this type of metal while maintaining the visual and aesthetic appeal intact. Bidri art is indeed a treat for art collectors and connoisseurs all across the world.
Bidri ware is considered to be an important source of income for the people of India as it is the most exported item in the form of handicraft, and this is the very reason why it symbolizes the wealth and heritage of India. Bidri art is counted among the most popular forms of metalwork that dwell in various forms. There has been no change in the manufacturing process of Bidri art since its inception.