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Nettur Petti

Ornate brass-bound wooden jewellery box associated with Kerala bridal tradition.

About

The Nettur Petti is a distinctive wooden jewellery casket with brass fittings, traditionally linked to bridal trousseaus. Fine joinery and metalwork mark this heirloom craft.

Category Visual & Traditional Arts
Type Wood & metal craft
Notes Bridal jewellery casket
Where to see Heritage craft sellers and artisan workshops

History

The Nettur Petti is a distinctive wooden jewellery casket with brass fittings, traditionally linked to bridal trousseaus. Fine joinery and metalwork mark this heirloom craft.

Origin district

Craft and visual-art centres across Kerala.

Community/tradition

Artisan families and craft communities.

Costume

Not a stage costume form; makers work in workshop or studio dress.

Makeup

Not applicable.

Musical instruments

Not applicable.

Performance occasions

Heritage craft sellers and artisan workshops.

Famous artists

Traditional artisan families and revival craftspeople.