An unique and rare form of handicraft industry of Andhra Pradesh, the “Bidri” industries produce exclusive products of art and craft that portrays the rich artistic caliber of the local people of the state. The traditional “Bidri” industries owes its origin to the ancient district of Bidar which is now in Karnataka. A large section of the population of Andhra Pradesh draws its income from the traditional art form of the “Bidri” industries.
The handicraft industry of Bidri is well known all over the world for its attractive art and craft goods that are eloquently adorned with beautiful silver patterns on a metal ware. The craftsmen of the Bidri industries uses an equal mixture of zinc and copper metals that give a lustrous look to the art products of the state. The white metal of silver is further used to embellish beautiful decorations on the black metals to give an elegant look to the exclusive art work of the Bidri industries of Andhra Pradesh.
The Government of the state has formulated several new policies to boast up the artistic production of the traditional industries. The artifacts of the Bidri industries have a very good market among the Indian and the foreign tourist as well. The exquisite productions of the Bidri industry can be used on several occasions. The tourist carry the rare and unique pieces of the art forms as souvenirs for the near and dear ones to show their love and appreciation towards them. The attractive metal wares can be used to enhance the beauty of the houses that imparts an aesthetic appeal to the same.
The traditional handicraft industry of Andhra Pradesh is a proud of the nation that can be saved from its imminent natural death with the concerted efforts of the individuals and society at large.
