Enamelled Poetry – Meenakari On Silver Masterclass With Jaswant Kumar Meenakar

Meenakari work originated in Persia. It was later introduced in India through the Mughal invaders. However, over the course of time, it has been frequently associated with the culturally vibrant state of Rajasthan. From the bylanes of the old Pink City (old Jaipur city), we bring to you Master artist Jaswant Kumar Meenakar for whom the art of enamelling is a tradition that has been running in the family for over 450 years now. 

Meenakari is now normally done by creating a design on brass, copper, silver and gold with the help of simple tools. The engraved design on the metal is filled with coloured enamels to have a final vibrant output. Meenakari jewellery is considered one the most royal jewellery in India. 

Did you know? On silver, Meenakari work can be done with limited colours only like green, pink, black and blue. However on gold, all colours can be used. 

Experience the 500-year-old art of Meenakari with the master artist Mr. Jaswant Kumar Meenakar who has showcased his talent across Asia and the United States. Having a rich experience of 55 years, his outstanding work has taken him places and he has brought many prestigious titles home-like National & State Merit Awards. 

It's time for you to channelize your inner artist. Let the master artist help you pick a design for your pendant and pick as many colours as you want! Customise and co-create a silver meenakari pendant and take it home along with the unforgettable experience, a newly-learnt skill, the infinite memories, and the connection you have built.

EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS

• Take a cultural and historical trip into the Meenakari world
• Get a live demonstration of the entire process - engraving the metal using lac, using colored stones, using Takwa or a traditional paintbrush, adding finishing touches
• One-on-one conversations with the national-award-winning artist
• Co-create a cherished memory 
• Take home a little piece of Jaipur with you
• Be assisted by Rajasthan Studio team
• Small Group Sizes
• Sanitised Studio