The art of Thewa traces its roots back to more than 400 years ago. The story begins when the rulers of Pratapgarh granted land to the families of Bengali artisans practicing this craft. These artisans settled in Rajasthan and passed on their unique art form to locals. Eventually, Thewa was established as a thriving business.

The early origins of Thewa art were centered around decorative items intended as gifts for royalty. The local craftsman, Nathu Lal Sonewala, initiated this art form in the year 1707. It gained significant recognition when Maharaja Samant Singh, the king of Kishangarh, decided to become a patron of Thewa art in 1767. Thewa jewellery involves the intricate process of fusing 23K engraved filigreed gold sheets onto glass to create exquisite masterpieces featuring Mughal courtly scenes, Hindu mythology, floral motifs, historical depictions, and various animals such as deer, elephants, among others.

Thewa art was certified with a Geographical Indication (GI) tag in 2014.

In modern times, one notable name associated with the revival of Thewa is the jewellery designer Roopa Vohra, who pioneered the art form's resurgence in the 1990s, leading to its renewed popularity. In 2004, the Government of India honored this distinctive form of jewellery design by issuing postal stamps and a miniature sheet.

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