Bidriware
GI TaggedBidriware, born in 14th-century Bidar under the Bahmani sultans, sets gleaming silver inlay against a jet-black zinc-alloy body blackened with the soil of Bidar fort. The striking monochrome contrast makes it one of India's most distinctive metal arts.
- Region of origin:
- Karnataka
- GI registration:
- Bidriware
- Materials:
- zinc-alloy; copper; silver
- Techniques:
- inlay; oxidation-blackening
- HS code (customs):
- 8306
Products
About Bidriware
Bidriware, born in 14th-century Bidar under the Bahmani sultans, sets gleaming silver inlay against a jet-black zinc-alloy body blackened with the soil of Bidar fort. The striking monochrome contrast makes it one of India's most distinctive metal arts.
- Region of origin
- Karnataka
- GI registration
- Bidriware
- Materials
- zinc-alloy; copper; silver
- Techniques
- inlay; oxidation-blackening
- HS code (customs)
- 8306
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Bidri artisans of Bidar of Karnataka.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Bidriware is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Bidriware”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin