The black clay pottery of Nizamabad in Azamgarh district of Uttar Pradesh, India is a unique type of clay pottery known for its dark shiny body with engraved silver patterns It was registered for Geographical Indication tag in December 2015. The pottery is made with locally available fine-textured clay.

Black is Ethereal, Only a few crafts bring out the truth of this thought as beautifully as the art of lustrous black pottery. Originating in the soul of the craft now lies in the dexterous hands of the Kumhaars or potters of Nizamabad beautifully combines utility with art. The process of making this unique handicraft is as intriguing as the pottery itself.

• Made from very fine and smooth clay, on potter's wheel by hand
• No colour is used in the product. The pottery gains its black colour due to the presence of carbon during the baking process
• Each piece is polished with mango pulp, bamboo leaves, caustic soda and mustard oil for the signature shining look
• Handcrafted by world-class artisans imparting unpatrolled refinement and finish to the product