Getting bored of same old home decor items- try Filigree designs to decorate your home interiors. It’s art, it’s opulent, and it’s a rare heritage. We at Roomfruit, highly recommend it for your home decor. You see, filigree art brings a sense of royal in a very contemporary and subtle manner. Let’s explore.
Filigree is the unique design of metal threads and beads exquisitely fused into intricate designs. Handcrafted pieces form a lacy pattern on metal surfaces. The art of crafting tiny globules of gold and silver together is most popular as filigree jewellery. The delicate and intricate craftsmanship is a timeless trend embraced by jewellery and fashion. 
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Though evident in Europe, Filigree finds its roots in Mesopotamia and Egypt. This form of artwork was popular in Italy, France, and Portugal from 1660 to the late 19th century. It has strong roots in Asia and Africa while in India, this art form is popular as modern Egyptian design.
At present Cuttack in Orissa has embraced Filigree art and has excelled in producing various patterns of filigree jewellery. Here, the locals call this art form as Cuttack Turkasi. Karimnagar of Andhra Pradesh also is a traditional centre for this Art.
Filigree design for homes
Filigree in architecture is a way of providing shade and circulation of air for a home. As a contemporary art form with a blend of ancient and modern Art, it can be easily adapted in many different ways. Home decor accessories are an excellent way to explore this art. And you don’t have to limit Filigree to precious metals like gold or silver. It’s always fun to twist and turn, mix and match a traditional art to modern forms.
Believe it or not, Filigree is great for such abstractions; and most likely you have it in your home right now! Maybe as a pattern on your bed linen, or a Moroccan lampshade or as lace patterns in table runners; and definitely as a beautiful earring in your jewellery box. So, bringing in Filigree art to your house might seem difficult. Worry not. Many cost-effective and creative options are available in bamboo, jute, paper and also iron. Here are a few fabulous ways to include the art of filigree designs. Since Filigree showcases high status and also high style, we insist you try it for your home decor.
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Filigree Cutlery
The cutlery used on special occasions need not be the usual ones. It is the new face of fun and festive. You can use Filigree cutlery sets exclusively during the festivals. It will add up to the celebrations.
Filigree Art for walls
Beautiful pieces of Art depict your interest in Art. Filigree wall hangings of metal can bring an aura to your house. Delicate decorative items are soothing to the eyes. Another modest way to embrace this delicate art is with wall hooks and doorknobs.
Filigree Lamps
A true work of art, these lamps are a fantastic addition to your home décor. You can modernize the vintage lamps by using pendant lights. You can hang multiple pendant lights to provide bright but less intense lights.
Lace Patterns
You can make a style statement with stunning Filigree lace prints. Bedsheets, pillow covers, and curtains will imbibe it beautifully.
Table Decor and tableware
You can have fruit bowls, spoons, and serving bowls. They execute your artful side to the guests. A well-crafted centrepiece or miniature vase give companionship to the furniture. Jewellery boxes will brighten up the dressing area.
Nowadays, a wide variety of filigree designs can be found in the market. You can even find idols of gods and goddesses created using Filigree. They take your home décor to the next level — next time lookout for this inspirational way of pepping up your home. You see, the process of nesting a home makes your place more precious. And, by bringing in this heritage art form to your house, you will surely shun away all the decor boredom. Let’s make the experience of coming back to home all the more encouraging, filled with warmth and love of handcrafted Filigree items. The delicate art forms may seem fragile, but they sure promise a powerful decor stance. And that’s a reason enough to bask in the splendid glory of Filigree Art!!!
