Techniques

Brass metal is an alloy of copper and zinc and the quality of the metal depends on the Percentage composition of both these metals. Various processes involved in the manufacturing of brassware. The task of making a brassware requires a team of skilled artisans having a considerable expertise in various areas. For instance a skilled engraver is needed for the task of engraving, a skilled enameller needed for the task of enameling; similarly many others are required for additional responsibilities. Therefore this part of Design Museum involves providing information on the traditional design process, availability of raw materials, skilled human resource and cluster from where these innovative products can be sourced and produced. For example both large and small scale workshops which are involved in various stages of making a brassware were surveyed and documented to understand the various stages of making a brassware.

Four stages are important for making a brassware they are: Moulding and Casting (Dhalai), Finishing and Polishing (Chilai), Engraving (Nakashi and Dastakari), Enameling (Rang Bharai)