4th Generation
Generational Lineage
30+ Years
Loom Mastery
12,000+ Crafting Hours
Authentic Craft Hours
100% Direct
Fair Trade Royalty
✦ Master Artisan Provenance
The Weaver's Lineage & Philosophy
Based in Nagercoil at the southern tip of India, Devi and Selvam Varma cast, chase, and burnish classical South Indian temple jewelry. Originally made exclusively for deity ornamentation in temple sanctums, their pieces feature hand-chased Goddess Lakshmi and dancing peacock motifs in antique matte gold finish.
Craft Masteries & Materials:
Lost-Wax Bronze CastingAntique Matte Gold LeafingLakshmi & Peacock RepousséTemple Dancer Trousseau
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"When we carve the auspicious form of Devi onto bronze and gold, it carries spiritual blessings and timeless South Indian grandeur."
— Devi & Selvam Varma
Distinctions & Honors:
✦ South Indian Heritage Artisan Medal (2021)
Atelier Masterworks Catalog
Handcrafted Pieces by Devi
Every piece below has been hand-woven or crafted at Nagercoil under the direct supervision of Devi & Selvam Varma.
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