The ingredients of bone china are china clay, china stone, silica,
alumina, alkalies, lime and bone ash. It is fired at high of 2,300
to 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit. In the best grades of English bone
china, 50% or more of the body consists of refined bone ash prepared
from specially selected animal bones, which are reduced to a fine
powder by heat. The bone is mixed with the finest china clays
and highest quality Cornish stone. Specially skilled workers are
needed in the manufacture of bone china and the best and most
highly skilled in the world are found in the pottery district
of England.
The medium is utilized
to prepare a wide range of exotic and delicate accessories ranging from a lavish
dinner set to beautiful giftware. The range of utility products include coffee
set, tea set, dinner set, bowls, table top accessories, Giftware, Flask etc.
The rich look combined with an unparalleled finish lends these products their
high popularity and acceptability. BONE HANDICRAFTS Bone products made from camel
or oxen. The bones are exposed to a special process and then converted into exclusive
handicraft products. Some of the most popular bone handicraft products include
necklaces, bracelets, knives, forks and spoons. BONES - DECORATIVE & JEWELLERY
Bone Products have always commanded unmissed attention because of their exuberance
and vibrancy. These products have a very rugged look and are equally durable too.
The medium offers the artist to transform his imagination and creativity to reality.
The artists have created innumerable handicraft products using this as the medium.
The common products being jewellery boxes, sindoor boxes, mini sculptures and
a host of other attractive gifts & utility items. The jewellery and decorative
products made from bone too score high among rural India. These products come
with a meticulous finish and sturdy looks. Besides, the strong influence of the
traditional and cultural affluence in the designs makes them a craze among art
lovers worldover.
BONE CHINA MUG
Bone China is one of the most
durable materials used to produce dinnerware. Ash is added during the mixing process
to give strength and that special feeling of luxury known to bone china. Similar
to fine china, bone china can be decorated with gold or platinum to add a formal
finished look, but many patterns without these still convey a formal, elegant
presentation. Bone China is considered the top of the line because of this unique
combination of elegance and strength.
Mugs made from Bone China display elegance
and class and therefore find special usage in parties and during entertaining
important guests. Besides they can also adorned with beautiful designs ranging
from golden to various florals and modern designs.