THE ARTISANAL LIFE

The people in rural India have very little reliance on mechanized tools and are talented with creating just about anything using the most basic of tools. Two of the most popular forms of bells and chimes (ceramic & iron) are made by hand. Wonderfully original they bring beautiful energy to your homes. You will find an eclectic mix of bells at Inaãra that definitely amp up your homes and gift options during the holiday season. 

Metal art is one of the oldest forms of indigenous arts that can be found in India. From the famous casted brass work of Dhokra practiced across central & eastern India to Bidri in south India, each art form is distinct and unique. Largely utilizing the endemic raw materials. Many arts like Chola bronze art were heavily patronized by ruling powers, and reached a pinnacle of refinement at their peak.

The constant across the evolution of human civilization, ceramics are universally loved and admired. In India, Jaipur, Khurja, and Longpi are some of the folk favourite forms ceramics and pottery. We work with local artisans in rural areas to bring to you a lovely selection of wall plates, coasters, bells, and diyas (tea lights), amongst other items. 

India is a melting pot of thousands of communities as well as those who have remained forest dwellers. Many small communities are engaged in art forms that one can only call meditative. Utilizing traditional techniques and organic materials, they have managed to preserve the authenticity of these art forms as they existed at their onset. However, encroachment and industrialization are big threats to the communities, whose primary means of livelihood has become the sale of these arts to the larger public. Inaãra is committed to supporting these communities and their livelihoods and offers you a select range of authentic ethnic art work at affordable prices.

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The masters of carving with nothing but a chisel and a hammer, Indian wood crafters are adept at bringing the most inconspicuous block of wood to life. The range is exhaustive. From fabric printing blocks to the dolls of  Channapatana. Indian carved furniture and decor items have always been popular but have gained prominence with the neo-boho trends of distressed/rustic aesthetic. One which can only be achieved on solid wood. At Inaãra we bring to you small portable furniture, and a plethora of decor items worked in wood. These include coasters, wall art, bookends, boxes, trays, and more. 

People in Qatar love candle stands and holders, and so we decided to bring in as many varieties as we can. Along with handcrafted wood, iron, we also have a lovely range of ceramic candle holders. Plus, our reputation as an Alladin's cave has largely originated from the eclectic mix of decor items you can find stashed away in little corners of our store. Surprising and delighting you is something we love to do!