{"product_id":"kansa-thali-lehri-bronze-dinner-plate-handcrafted-dinnerware-from-west-bengal","title":"Kansa Thali Lehri (Bronze Dinner Plate) | Handcrafted Dinnerware from West Bengal","description":"\u003cp class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eA unique handcrafted thali design with fine work on the rim, made to make every meal special. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eKansa Thali plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ebronze dinner plate set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e made using a specific blend of copper and tin. In India, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekansa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has been used for centuries as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeveryday\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003edinnerware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e because of its durability and its link to Ayurveda.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis thali is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ehandcrafted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e West Bengal \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eartisans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eusing the 78:22 copper–tin ratio mentioned in ancient texts. Each piece is shaped by hand, not cast in a factory mould. The result is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003edining plate set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that feels solid, balanced, and made to last for years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want to understand how this metal works and why it is still relevant today, you can read about the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/zishta.com\/blogs\/bodha\/kansa-metal-historical-significance-health-benefits\" title=\"Historical siginficance of Kansa\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003ehealth benefits of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003ekansa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e metal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAuthentic 78:22 Kansa Alloy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade using the traditional mix of 78% copper and 22% tin. This ratio gives the plate its strength, weight, and characteristic dull golden tone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eHandcrafted in West Bengal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ekansa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e thali\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is hand-hammered by artisans from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKansari\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e community. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo two thalis are identical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eNaturally Antimicrobial Surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCopper in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekansa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e helps reduce microbial growth on the surface, making it a safer choice for everyday meals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDesigned for Daily Indian Meals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wide plate works well for serving rice, roti, curries, and sides in a single \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ethali set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eStrong and Long-Lasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not a thin or decorative plate. It is a solid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ebronze dinner plate set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e meant for regular use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eTraditional Sound and Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKansa has a unique ring when tapped. It is a sign of correct composition and proper handcrafting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eWhy Choose This Kansa Thali?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eRooted in Ayurvedic Practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKansa has been traditionally used in Indian households for its role in balancing food properties. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecognised in classical texts as the ideal metal for food. Said to support digestion, improve vision, and balance all three doshas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eSupports Better Eating Habits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEating from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekansa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is believed to help reduce excess acidity and support digestion over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eClean Metal, No Coating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is no chemical coating or artificial layer. What you see is pure metal shaped by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eHeirloom Quality \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eServeware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBell metal does not corrode, chip, or leach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith proper care, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003edinner plate set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e can last for decades and be passed on within families.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eHow to Use and Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eWash by hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse mild soap or tamarind paste. Avoid dishwashers and harsh detergents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ePolish naturally\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA paste of lemon and salt restores the warm golden sheen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAvoid acidic foods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not store pickles or highly acidic foods for long periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDry immediately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWipe dry after washing to preserve the surface and prevent water marks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e1. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIs this a pure bronze dinner plate set?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. This is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekansa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (bell metal), made from copper and tin in the traditional ratio.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e2. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eCan I use this thali every day?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It is designed for daily meals and regular use.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e3. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDoes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ekansa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e react with food?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is best suited for regular cooked meals. Avoid storing highly acidic foods for long periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e4. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eHow is this different from regular bronze?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKansa follows a specific composition and purpose. You can understand the difference here: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/zishta.com\/blogs\/bodha\/kansa-vs-bronze-indian-alloy-traditional-cookware-serveware\" title=\"Difference between Kansa \u0026amp; Bronze\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003edifference between \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003ekansa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e and bronze cookware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"s8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e5. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eWill the colour change over time?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Kansa develops a natural patina. This is normal and part of its character. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave more Questions. Read our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/zishta.com\/blogs\/bodha\/kansa-thali-faqs\" title=\"Kansa FAQs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003eKansa Thali FAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blog.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crafted by Artisans of West Bengal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47660826198156,"sku":"ZKSL61","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/0982\/3116\/files\/kansa-thali-lehri-top-view-zishta-traditional-dinnerware.webp?v=1776583305","url":"https:\/\/zishta.com\/en-us\/products\/kansa-thali-lehri-bronze-dinner-plate-handcrafted-dinnerware-from-west-bengal","provider":"Zishta","version":"1.0","type":"link"}