Metalworking has been a practiced art in India since the time of the Indus Valley Civilization. The discovery of artefacts like the Dancing Girl statue illustrates the advanced metalworking skills of ancient inhabitants of the Indian subcontinent. This finding underscores the deep-rooted tradition of metal craftsmanship in the region, showcasing the sophisticated techniques developed by early civilizations for molding and casting metals.
It’s fascinating how early civilizations developed metalworking techniques, especially with materials like copper and iron. Bronze, a pivotal advancement, brought significant benefits due to its strength and versatility. The mention of these processes in ancient texts like the Matsya Purana and later works highlights the value placed on metallurgy across various cultures. The refining of metals and the creation of new alloys were essential steps in advancing technology and craftsmanship in those eras.
Pembarthi is well known for the making of sheet metal from bronze, brass and copper.
The Brass metal workmanship of Pembarthi is popular throughout the world.
The metal craft reached the pinnacle of perfection during the Kakatiya rule. It declined after Kakatıya period and regained glory in Asaf Jahi period.
Pembarthi brass craft stands as a synonym of Telangana’s artistic heritage. Its craftsman ship was influenced by Hindu- Muslim culture and developed as a secular craft form.
The exquisite metal art work was born in Pembarthi village of Jangaon district. It adorned the statues and chariots of several Hindu temples during the Kakatiya period. It was also used in the historic Kakatıya arch.
The Union Ministry of Tourism identified Penmbarthi as one of the rural tourism projects.
Pembarthi crafts can be seen at Goddess Tulja Bhavani Matha Temple located in Maharashtra. The craft form received the prestigious Geographical Indication in 2010.
Ayla Achari
He was the craftsman who made Pembarthi metal craft famous at International level.
Ayla Achari founded Vishwakarma Brass Copper and Silver Cooperative Society in 1956.
Logos and shields for the First World Telugu Maha Sabha Held at Hyderabad in 1975 were made under his supervision.
The statue of Nandi presented to the winners of the prestigious Nandi award was designed by Ayla Achari.
National Institute for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises plays a vital role in the development of MSMEs through the implementation of cluster development schemes.
SFURTI (Scheme of Fund for Regeneration of Traditional Industries) scheme has benefitted many clusters in fulfi)ing their infrastructure and training needs. Pembarthi Brass crafts cluster got a funding of Rs 1.8 crores under this scheme.
