Glass Inlay Work

If you’re looking for thikri work or glass mosaic manufacturers in India, then Pushpa Exports is your ultimate destination. Pushpa Exports is one of the leading glass mosaic manufacturers in Udaipur, Rajasthan.

We deliver top quality glass mosaic tiles, glass mosaic wall art, glass mosaic mural, glass mosaic mirror frames and many more. We provide glass mosaic art all over India and throughout the world.

Thikri work is a very old and traditional craft that originated in India. The history of glass mosaic work, popularly known as ’glass inlay’ or ‘thikri glass work’ in India, is quite old. The glass mosaic work is being used in India since ancient times and till today its demand has not fallen rather it has increased drastically. More and people are showing interest in thikri work to decorate their homes. Glass mosaic work has become a kind of status symbol to be used in modern day houses and hotels.

People also buy thikri work online from our website. Thikri work is a Rajasthani art form that can be used to decorate the walls, ceilings, niches of a house. Glass inlay work is also be used to adorn furniture and tiles. Thikri glass work can be seen in many of Rajasthan’s landmark palaces and heritage kothis, including the famous Amer Fort and Jaipur’s City Palace.

Places Inspired By Glass Inlay Work Or Thikri Artwork

The Lehariya Gate in City Palace Jaipur, vivid green coloured gate or the green gate represents the green of the spring season. This indicates the start of the spring. The gate is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. A statue of Lord Ganesha, surrounded by motifs of waves is also installed on the gate.

Glass mosaic wall art consists of beautifully colorful glass inlay work, this is the kind of rich and regal design that comes alive with thikri glass work on palace walls and hotels. Thikri mirror work, known as the treasure chest of Indian art and craft, refers to a form of colorful glass inlay work used to decorate the walls of royal palaces. Traditionally, thikri artwork was used by the royal families in their palaces to boast and depict their grandeur.

In recent years, however, many people have begun to make a living as thikari artists. The design of hotel is often enhanced by colored glass mosaic tiles, which reflect light, creating glass mosaic designs like birds, flowers, leaves and fish scales.

How To Glass Mosaic Art Or Glass Inlay Work Is Done?

To make a glass mosaic art, firstly, the craftsman makes a scaled drawing of the design on paper, and then is traced on to an OHP sheet.

The OHP sheet is cut into the multiple pieces according to the design that is traced on it and then is assembled to form the complete drawing of the glass mosaic art.

The OHP parts are then traced onto the final glass mosaic mirror pieces according to their colors and specifications. Then, the artist uses a diamond cutting tool to precisely cut colorful glass mosaic pieces to the required shape and color. The sharp edges of the glass mosaic shapes are sanded so that they do not cut anybody’s skin.

The glass mosaic shapes are then pasted on to the paper base at their appropriate positions. The remaining open spaces and grooves between pieces of thikri mirror work are filled with a paste made from marble powder and glue with a mixture of water. The complete area is leveled. And the final glass mosaic finish is done.

Then the extra paste is sanded to give a consistent level. The artist’s patience and skills are required in each detail of the work, requiring many days to complete a single piece of thikri art.

Glass Mosaic Design And Glass Inlay Work Motifs

When glass mosaic craft first appeared in the craft world, its design and motifs were restricted to floral and ornamental themes. But today, with a growing demand for the craft from around the world, craftsmen have begun making much wider range of glass mosaic design.

Some of the most common themes and motifs of glass inlay work include peacock, floral, and geometric patterns. Some popular icons used in thikri mirror work include animals like elephant and lions. Dieties such as Ganesha and Lakshmi; and religious or mythological figures like Rama and Sita.

In earlier times, Thikri glass work on wall was restricted to roofs and walls of the houses. However, with innovations in methods and applications, craftsmen were able to adapt the craft for use on other mediums, such as Glass inlay wall décor, which was practiced by decorating the walls with glass mosaic picture frames and glass mosaic mural.

Glass mosaic on wood structure was adapted to make glass inlay furniture. Pushpa Exports provides furniture with thikri work online.

We export glass inlay furniture throughout the world. Our company believes in motto of delivering quality products with complete customer satisfaction. Our company offers glass mosaic home décor that are used to give a new look to the wall and enhance the beauty of your living space.

Glass mosaic tiles make your interior look impressive with their world class designs which are mostly appreciated by our clients. There are also many designs and patterns in decorative glass tiles such as geometric glass tile, herringbone glass tile, brick glass tile and many more. Honeycomb glass tile can be used as an accent piece over a large area.

Bronze glass tiles are perfect for kitchen backsplashes, bathrooms, pools and outdoor applications. Each sheet of bronze glass mosaic tile is carefully made and crafted with durability in mind. Brown mosaic glass tile have an unmatched glow and beauty of glass and is easy to clean and maintain.

When choosing glass mosaic tiles for your wall or floor, one can consider chevron glass tile, as it blends with the modern interior of the house. Chevron glass tile gives an effortlessly elegant look to almost any room. Brick glass mosaic tiles are available in a wide range of colors and combinations. Brick glass tiles are making themselves popular for use in both kitchens and bathrooms.

Stained glass tile is a used for making glass mosaic window art through which light passes. Stained glass mosaic art has many colors like pink glass tile, purple glass tile. Bold and daring red glass tile adds energy to any space. Our handicrafts are carved out by skilled craftsmen by hand are called handmade glass tiles and can also be customized according client’s requirements.