Blue Pottery

Blue Pottery Jaipur

India’s architecture ,crafts & textiles  have been influenced by Mughal art & architecture to a great extent.

The blue pottery of Jaipur traces its roots to its Turko-Persian origin. It is similar  to Islamic pottery. This is Persian art of glazed & painted pottery which was introduced in India by the  the Mughal  rulers. As a matter of fact, the Grand Bazar in Istanbul has similar beautiful products. However, it has developed distinct designs, indigenous to the Indian subcontinent.This form of glazed ceramic had its uses in architecture. As a matter of fact, several forts & palaces showcase this form of  pottery. Fountains and gardens used ceramic tiles to a  great extent.

Firstly, the name ‘blue pottery’ comes from the eye-catching blue cobalt  which is used as the blue dye. As a matter of fact ,it is a  technique imported from Mongolia and China .

Available at Jaipur:- Kripal Kumb(Jaipur), Neerja(Jaipur), Rajasthali(Jaipur)

Available at Delhi:- Dilli haat, Rajasthali, Rajasthan Emporioum

Blue Pottery

Unlike other forms of pottery, it does not make use of any clay. Quartz stone powder, powdered glass, fuller’s earth, borax, gum and water are the main ingredients which form part of the making of blue pottery. The mould is fired at low temperatures.  They have floral patterns .The predominant colours are blue & yellow.

The range of products is largely decorative, such as tiles, plates, vases, serving bowls, coasters, door knobs and boxes for trinkets. Surahis or small pitchers are also popular. It is mostly decorated with bird and other animal motifs. Being fired at very low temperature makes them fragile.

This was introduced to Rajasthan via Kashmir. Sawai Ram Singh II who ruled Jaipur (1835-1880) contributed to the rich art and culture of Jaipur by establishing a school of art.In later years, her Highness Gayatri Devi kept alive this traditional art form through the wide promotion of blue pottery of Jaipur

Kripal Singh Shekhawat is the name synonymous with blue pottery in Jaipur.