The Art of Nepal with a few exception is based on the religious themes taken from Buddhism and Hinduism. An understanding of Nepalese, Art. therefore, requires a knowledge of these two religions, their nature, idiosyncrasies and development.

Silver craft is one of the most ancient and developed crafts of Nepal.  Local craftsmanship in casting, ornamenting and engraving, show great skill, delicacy and taste. Sita, in the great Hindu epic, the Ramayana wore jeweled butterflies and other precious ornaments in her hair and that these types of ornaments were made from  silver.

Silver jewel is still a popular product of the Nepali silversmiths, And although the designs are still traditional, the ornaments are more practical. Modern innovations in the crafts include the making of intricately carved silver lamp stands, tea pots, wine or butter cups and metal sculpture. These follow indigenous shapes and are decorated with finely carved patterns, which in addition to the local flora and fauna, depict stories from the epics.