Indian culture is embellished with many varieties of jewelry, and filigree work is one of the most enchanting forms which have been created by craftsmen for ages. Both decorative objects and designer jewelry made with filigree have been fascinating people with their beautiful designs. Filigree basically refers to gold or silver wires interwoven to make a lace-like decoration. It is considered to be the perfect form of art to be used for arabesque designs. It found mention in Archaeological finds in ancient Mesopotamia that indicate its use in jewellery since 3000 BC.
Silver Filigree Work, which is crafted in pure metal in Telangana is an important craft in the state, well known for the intricate designs and modern patterns made out from thin silver wires. Karimnagar in Telangana has been the traditional center of the Silver Filigree Work.
The craftsmen behind the silver filigree work in Telangana work with elaborate and detailed designs using lace-like filigree work and remarkable traceries. Apart from intricate jewelry, these crafts, with the help of silver filigree work also make refined perfume containers, “pan daans”, “hookas”, jewel boxes, and other decorative pieces.