KOCHI : “I have always wanted to get a glassless wonder mirror and now, the wish is finally fulfilled,” said M A Mohan who bought an Aranmula mirror at the on-going Aranmula metal mirror exhibition here. Like Mohan, many visitors at the exhibition were awed by the metallurgical tradition of Kerala called the Aranmula mirror. In an effort to popularise the traditional glassless metal mirror, the exhibition is being organised by Kairali, a unit of Handicraft Development Coorporation of Kerala in Kochi.“For us, this exhibition is a way to promote artisans and give them a platform to exhibit their unique skill,” said Sudheer, an official at Kairali. The exhibition aims at increasing sales by offering 10 per cent discount on these mirrors. The price of the mirror ranges from `1690 to `17850.This handmade metal mirror, which was first used in the early 18th century, is said to be an alloy of copper and tin. The mysterious creation of this unequaled mirror has been kept within the household of the master craftsmen in Aranmula. “Back then, the Aranmula mirror was made only in one model called Valkannadi. However, the exhibition showcases mirrors in many shapes like, peacock, swan, sun, lotus etc. Traditional Valkannadi and mirrors on the stands are still found to be most attractive,” said Aravindakshan N D, an official at Kairali.“We have been conducting this product promotion programme to give people a chance to know more about the traditional handicraft products,” he added. The exhibition will conclude on June 10.
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