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Colorful droplets center florid clouds embossed on a fine jewelry box from India's Khalid Ali. The mango wood box is enveloped in nickel-plated brass. It features velvet lining and a mirror inside. Includes a partition especially designed for rings.
You can find our brass jewelry box 'Blossoming Clouds' by Khalid Ali in jewelry boxes categories such as Floral Boxes and Brass Boxes. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Preserving Traditions
Khalid learned repousse metal work, known as patra, or Indo Napoleon, from his father and uncle. It is one of the most popular Indian arts and Khalid has diligently worked at it for more than 20 years. He continues to grow artistically and has taught many of his family members and other artisans the vast array of skills needed to produce this distinctive form of Indian metalwork.
Microcredit Financing
Khalid Ali has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1000 and the most recent for $1800.
"Our designs are basically inspired from the ancient Mughal style. But today we incorporate modern motifs into the ancient technique and style."
Update (May, 2020)āIt gives me immense pride and happiness to look back 18 years ago when I joined NOVICA way back in 2004. The company was just a... read more