Maharajas Own - How it all began?
At Maharaja's Own we wanted to bring our lifelong traditions from Rajasthan to Australia and wanted all Australians to be captivated by the unique beauty and complexity of the artisan handcraft.
Today, Maharaja’s Own exclusive collection of Bone Inlay ranges from practical storage solutions through to stylish statement pieces, including consoles, commodes, sideboards, side tables, bedside tables and decorative trays. Our bone inlay collection has been crafted from ethically sourced buffalo bones in India. Available in the prettiest of hues, bone inlay pieces are the perfect way to introduce a little color into your home.
The intricate and timeless art of bone inlay is a tradition that has been handed down through generations and is practiced in Udaipur, Jodhpur and Jaipur regions of Rajasthan in India. Handmade and crafted to the highest specifications, the art of bone inlay has its origins in the royal palaces of Rajasthan where Maharajas commissioned extravagant bone inlay furniture pieces such as cabinets, chests, tables, chairs and even mirrors. This intriguing art is unique to India and the skillfully handcrafted bone inlay furniture pieces are exported around the world for their intricate patterns and incredible style.
Inlay is the technique of inserting pieces of contrasting material into depressions made on a base object. In bone inlay, the discarded bones of camels & buffaloes passed away due to natural causes are used. So, one can enjoy these fine furniture pieces without feeling guilty because no animal is harmed. Handed down from generation to generation, this ancient technique consists of a three-step method.
To begin, the intricate fragments of ethically sourced buffalo bones are hand-carved into unique shapes that are used to create the furniture bone inlay design. These bones are then affixed onto the base of the furniture and form a mosaic-like design. Lastly, resin is used to fill the space around the bone and finished.
This handcrafted and ancient technique, coupled with the use of natural and organic materials, results in a product that is completely unique. Each piece has a unique story, its own history and a master craftsman that is proud to offer a beautifully finished bone inlay piece that is like no other.
