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Ornate Mandala and Bull Motif Brass Brooch

Rs. 6,495.00 incl. of GST

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Item code LDE857

Metal / Material Brass

Weight 59.0 g

Dimensions 2.75 Inch Height x 2.75 Inch Width

Care

Always put jewellery on last and take it off first. Keep away from perfume, water, and sweat. Wipe with a soft dry cloth after wear and store in the pouch or box provided, away from direct sunlight and humidity.

Description

There are pieces that do not merely decorate; they declare. At the centre of this brooch sits a sacred bull, rendered in bold relief against a radiating mandala ground worked entirely in brass. The geometric intricacy of the mandala, with its layered petals and repeating chevrons, belongs to a vocabulary of devotional art long practised in the ateliers of Rajasthan and central India, where brass-smiths have historically translated temple iconography into wearable form. The bull, Nandi in the Hindu cosmological tradition, is not incidental here; he is the compositional anchor, his silhouette commanding the full diameter of the piece. Measuring 2.75 inches in both height and width (approximately 7 cm by 7 cm) and weighing a substantial 59 grams, the brooch carries the heft of honest handcraft. The warm, unlacquered brass develops a gentle patina over time, deepening its antique character. Wear it pinned to the shoulder of a heavy tussar silk kurta for a cultural gathering, letting the geometry speak against plain weave. On a contemporary occasion, fix it to a structured linen blazer, bridging the traditional and the architectural with equal confidence. One size suits all wearers, as the pin-back closure is universal and sits flat against the garment without pulling the fabric. At 59 grams it has presence on the chest, yet the balanced circular form distributes the weight evenly, making it comfortable through an extended evening.

Details

Material: Brass
Dimensions: 2.75 Inch Height x 2.75 Inch Width
Weight: 59.0 g
SKU: LDE857

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Frequently asked

Each piece is handcrafted by karigars we work with directly across India, using heritage techniques such as Kundan setting, Polki, Meenakari enamelling, and temple casting passed down through generations. Small irregularities are the signature of hand-work, not a defect.

Many of our rings and chains can be resized free of charge. For bangles and bracelets, please check the dimensions above, if you need a different fit, write to us at showroom.sj@exoticindia.com with your order number.

Put jewellery on last and take it off first. Keep away from perfume, water, sweat. Wipe with the soft dry cloth we include after wear and store in the cotton pouch. We offer complimentary lifetime cleaning, ship it back whenever it needs a polish.

All gold & silver pieces are independently checked where mandated. The quality check stamp sits on the clasp or inner band. Brass and alloy pieces carry our in-house certificate confirming the composition.

Orders are hand-packed within 24 hours and reach you in 4–7 working days in India, 7–12 working days internationally. Shipping is free, insured, door-to-door via DHL / FedEx.

We accept hassle-free returns within 7 days of delivery, as long as the piece is unworn, in original packaging, with all tags intact. Pierced jewellery is non-returnable for hygiene reasons.

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