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The Museum of Meenakari Heritage, Jaipur
MOMH
The House of Sunita Shekhawat unveils The Museum Of Meenakari Heritage (MOMH), a state-of-the-art permanent gallery that preserves and celebrates the rich tapestry of Enameling. A long-nurtured dream of founder Sunita Shekhawat, this unique space manifests her vision and love for the art of enameling. The museum is curated by the noted art historian Usha R Balakrishnan and designed by Siddhartha Das Studio. It pays tribute to the mastery and skill of countless artisans who have carried forward the ancient craft of enameling through the centuries.
MOMH
The Museum of Meenakari Heritage, Jaipur
The Museum of Meenakari Heritage, Jaipur
MOMH
Sprawled over 3000 sq.ft, the gallery is located near the historic walled city of Jaipur. Over 300 images were obtained from over 15 premier museums, private collections, art galleries, and auction houses worldwide, charting the nuanced history of enameling from Renaissance Europe to its arrival in India. These include the British Museum, V&A Museum, Art Institute of Chicago, Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Al-Thani Collection, Aga Khan Museum, The Hermitage, and Sotheby's, to name a few. The House of Shekhawat produced over 120 reproductions, serving as a priceless repository of archival motifs, styles, and oral histories related to the craft. The myriad forms of enameling like cloisonné, champlevé, plique-à-jour, and basse-taille are further explored in the 60 original pieces by Sunita Shekhawat. These creations epitomize a confluence of traditional craft and the modern vibrancy the Maison is known for.
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
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Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
A palette of ivory, maroon, and brown punctuated by teak wood, red sandstone, and antique brass sets the tone of the space. Painstakingly hand-painted ceilings and latticed jharokhas capture old-world Jaipur. Locally sourced materials and heritage-inspired design embody the spirit of Made in India. Bringing Jaipur to the world, the gallery lays bare an intimate bridge connecting the past, present, and future of Enameling.
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
Museum Of Meenakari Heritage
The gallery is an ensemble of pieces that shed light on various regions and epochs. This experience is only heightened by the artisan’s virtuosity that takes center stage, highlighting the skill, patience, and vision that goes into enameling. Sunita Shekhawat is one of the remaining jewelry houses championing authentic Indian craftsmanship. Age-old techniques, once pioneered by Jaipur’s medieval elites and garnered global fame, continue to form the backbone of the atelier. Indeed, revival is at the heart of each piece.

The gallery preserves both the process and spirit of enameling. Acting as a node to disseminate knowledge about the craft, MOMH will continue to grow through organic collaborations and creative innovation.
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About Sunita Shekhawat
Inaugurated by Rajmata Gayatri Devi of Jaipur, the brand has become synonymous with modern enameling with flagship stores in New Delhi & Jaipur and a strong international presence. Enameling is considered an artifact, given its essence, craftsmanship, and rich history. The challenge and, conversely, the strength of the brand lies in maintaining equilibrium between the old and the new without diluting the authenticity of the craft. As a reflection of these efforts, the brand has pushed forward the boundaries of enameling, introducing a broad spectrum of colors and thus pioneering craft innovation. Since launching her brand over three decades ago, Sunita Shekhawat has become one of the most visionary artists in fine jewelry today.
Uniquely Us

Epitomizes the essence of Sunita Shekhawat's jewelry collection, where each piece is meticulously crafted to embody unparalleled craftsmanship, timeless elegance, and a distinctive artistic vision.

Bespoke
Bespoke

Give a personalized touch to your heirlooms with our skilled craftsmen and innovative design guided by Sunita Shekhawat’s devotion and attention.

Ethically Sourced
Ethically Sourced

From sourcing raw material to the final display at our ateliers, we take into consideration our responsibility towards the environment.

Authenticity
Authenticity

Each Sunita Shekhawat piece comes with a certificate of authenticity and is eligible for repair, so shop without worries.