Handcrafted Lambani Tribal Craft Jewellery - Thayam Chinha

Handcrafted Lambani Tribal Craft Jewellery - Thayam Chinha This necklace features hand-polished white metal thayam elements strung on black threadwork, culminating in a bold rectangular pendant etched with tribal motifs. A vintage silhouette reimagined with contemporary clarity—where tribal resonances meet modern grace. The elemental metallic sheen brings a bold yet grounded presence to any attire, gracing both traditional and contemporary silhouettes with rustic elegance. Lambanis, traditionally a nomadic community from Karnataka, are celebrated for their distinctive textile art, embroidery, and jewellery-making traditions. Their craft is rich in symbolism, colour, and detail. From mirror-work and patchwork textiles to handcrafted silver jewellery, their creation carries their migratory past and spiritual beliefs. Historically traders and transporters, Lambanis developed a unique aesthetic using craft as a form of identity and preservation. Today, their artistry, especially among the women, is a living archive of folklore, nature, and heritage, passed down through generations and kept alive through community-based artisan clusters.?