Iranian Silver Making
Given that the use of silver metal and Iranian Silver Making was common in the Sassanid era, the use of silver to make utensils and use it to create works of art did not stop after that period and always continued to contemporary artists in the period. We arrived.
Today, many artists throughout Iran, especially in cities such as Isfahan and Khorasan, continue to use this precious metal to create works of art, utensils, jewelry, etc., and today silver making has become a popular art.
We will provide the following topics as a guide:
- What is silver making?
- What utensils and accessories are used in making silver?
- Tips for storing silverware at home
- Types of silver making methods
- How to clean silverware and jewelry?
*BUY ONLINE PERSIAN SILVER*
What is silver making?
Silver making is a very beautiful art that is done on silver, various works such as hammering, engraving, etc., and with silver, they make all kinds of ornaments and utensils. This art is done in abundance in Qazvin and Isfahan.
What utensils and accessories are used in making silver?
As mentioned, silver making is known as one of the best Isfahan handicrafts. In the city of Isfahan, many workshops make silverware. In addition, other arts such as the art of engraving are used to shape and shape utensils made of silver, copper, or brass.
Containers that are made using Remember to dry these dishes with a soft cloth after washing.
Avoid placing silverware in direct sunlight separately. This art includes tea service, vases, candlesticks, mirror and candle holder sets, multi-fabric services, and also jewelry, expensive paintings, wall hangings, and other decorative accessories made using this art.
Tips for storing silverware at home
Never leave these containers in water for a long time.
Never store acidic foods such as vinegar, tomatoes, juices, salt, and sauces in these containers for long periods.
Never wrap this silverware in suede felt, newspaper, or wool. Because the sulphur in these materials blackens the dishes.
Remember to dry these dishes with a soft cloth after washing.
Avoid placing silverware in direct sunlight separately.
Types of silver making methods
-Hammering method
In this method, only a hammer is used during construction. For example, to make a bowl with an opening of 30 cm, they take an extra 5-6 cm of silver sheet and dig it with a hammer to reach the desired shape.
-Casting method
In this method, silver utensils are made with the help of moulds made of silver, brass, and especially aluminum. For example, to make a pot handle that is to be installed separately on the container, they fill the inside of the mould with wet sand (for easy separation of silver from the mould), then put the other half of the mould on it and press it. Molten silver is poured into the mould through the slit. The mould is removed and the formed silver is scraped to make one hand.
-Pressing method
In this method, silver is formed using a mould and a press machine. This method is mostly used for flat dishes. The press machine has two negative and positive moulds that are pressed together and shape the silver into the desired shape.
Read this article: Types of Silver
-Bending method with mould
In this method, the silver sheet is drawn on a series of special moulds, and through a rod around the wooden handle, the sheet is drawn on the mould until it takes the shape of the mould and finally, the mould is separated.
After the silverware is made, a layer of the dish is shaved during a process called grinding to make the dish shiny. If the dish has an edge, first a solder around the edge is soldered and then it is prepared for engraving. During soldering, a substance called tanka (borax B2O3) is applied to the container to allow it to adhere well to the container.
Nowadays, it is difficult to make utensils with the hammering method, and there is no capable manufacturer with this method, and they mostly use the bending and pressing method.
How to clean silverware and jewelry?
Silver utensils and utensils are one of the most important assets of any home; Assets that usually live with us for years and over time cause them to fade and fade. To solve this problem and clear the colour of time from silverware and even steel containers, read the solutions and try these ways …
If you serve food in your silverware, it is best to remove leftovers immediately after eating. If it is not possible to wash it thoroughly, immerse it quickly so that no food remains on the dish. Then dry.
Wash dishes with lukewarm water.
It is also best to use a mild detergent and a soft, spongy sponge to wash oiled silverware.
Dry all over the dish with a soft towel.
Examine the silver for scratches.
Cover the lines and scratches with a thin layer of toothpaste. Dip one foot into warm water, pausing between layers to allow them to dry.
If the lines do not go away, use a soft toothbrush and use a toothbrush to gently rub the toothpaste on the lines and scratches. Dry the container again with a soft towel. Wrap it in a soft flannel cloth, in a safe place and preferably without holes until the next use.
If you are going to serve food in a silver dish, use aluminum foil inside the dish; But other than that, these foils can also be used as silver clarifiers. Just put a tablespoon of baking soda and a piece of aluminum foil in a liter of water.
When the cleaning solution is ready, pour the silver and steel utensils into the solution and wait for a few minutes (if the utensils are too black, increase this time). After removing the containers from the solution, wipe them with a soft sponge.
You can also use laundry detergent to polish silverware. Just mix one liter of hot water with a tablespoon of washing powder. Then put the silverware in this solution and after a while, wash it with empty water and dry it.
Some people say that tomato sauce cures all the lines and scratches on silver. The advice of this group of people is to apply the tomato sauce on the lines and scratches with a paper towel, and if these lines are deep, give the tomato sauce and scratches 15 minutes. After this, all the scratches disappear.
Disinfectant liquids and gels are not only useful in fighting germs and germs but can even restore the beautiful silver lining. All you have to do is pour this liquid on the silverware and wipe it with a towel.
If you do not want any scratches on the silver, take the conditioner out of the bath shampoo shelf and try washing the silver with it.
