“Jewellery with fauna motifs, embellished with natural diamonds, have transcended mere adornment to become iconic symbols of exquisite craftsmanship and timeless elegance.”
“Throughout history, artists have drawn inspiration from nature, using materials like ivory, shells, and feathers to create intricate designs. This primal creative desire transcends time, making beautification an integral part of human expression.
Nature-inspired motifs and symbols of worship became recurring themes in ornaments. One of the earliest Indian examples is a pair of gold earrings belonging to the Satavahana dynasty from the 1st Century BCE, found in Andhra Pradesh. The earrings feature floral motifs, as well as a lion and an elephant, both of which are emblems of royalty.”
“The artistic representation of zoomorphic and avian images in particular is deeply rooted in Buddhist and Hindu legends, inspired by India’s diverse landscape and its natural abundance. Animals like peacocks, turtles, bulls, horses, elephants, and lions serve as symbols in Buddhist lore.
In Hindu mythology, creatures like fish, tortoises, boars, narasimha (half lion and half man), bulls, lions, tigers, parrots, mice, peacocks, geese, swans, eagles, and serpents play significant roles as vehicles or vahanas for various gods.”
To read the rest of this mystical story, click on the link below:
Click HERE for my monthly newsletter: Carats & Karats Diamonds, Jewelry, and Lifestyle News From Kat.
