Monroe Picture Frame
SKU: MAFR587
Monroe Picture Frame in Brass & Mother of Pearl
Handcrafted using an intricate sand-casting process, the Monroe collection pairs geometric brass with a lustrous mother-of-pearl inlay - showcasing both artistry and precision with its refined glamour.
Details
Made from Brass, Mother of Pearl & Glass
7.75" L x 9.75"H x .5" W (4" x 6" Opening)
Handcrafted in India by skilled artisans
Mela Artisans belongs to the Fair Trade Federation and is committed to equitable and sustainable trade
designed and crafted by artisans
traditional handcrafting techniques
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contemporary design.
ARTISANS AND THEIR CRAFT
Brass
Moradabad, east of Delhi, flourished in the 1800s when Brits sent brass plates, cups, and statues abroad, making the artisans highly revered. Through time, many techniques have been used to shape the metal: beating it, and pounding it with dies and casting, where In order to mold brass, artisans create a sand-mold into which molten brass is poured.
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OUR BACKGROUND AND STORY
We foster new opportunities for the artisans we work with to ensure their livelihoods while keeping their heritage alive.
