Brass and Bell Metal Industry of Assam
Baan Bati
Bell metal is an alloy of copper and tin used for making utensils and found extensively in Assam
Baan Kahi
Bell metal and brass utensils form an inseparable part of Assamese culinary culture
Baan Kahi
Bell metal and brass utensils form an inseparable part of Assamese culinary culture
Bell metal workshop
The craftsmen of the bell metal industry are referred to as kahar or orja.
Bell metal history
Artisans continue to follow the age-old technique of preparing these utensils by hand which is very tiring and needs great skills.
Bell metal utensils
Bell metal industry as a whole is very huge and is the amalgamation of many small scale industries with very small set ups.
Sarai
Bell metal products hold great cultural significance in Assamese society where they are used in various religious and social ceremonies.
Kaahor Baati/Samus
Bell metal products are widely used for gifting as they are considered auspicious in any ceremony of social event
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