Dreamy Peacock Kalamkari Handpainted Wall Mount Leather Lamp -5.5 Inch
Artist: State Awardee Raghavendra of Nimmalakunta, Andhra Pradesh.
Material: Leather
Work: Kalamkari Hand painted perforation
The Photograph is of 5.5 Inches option.
This unique leather puppetry has been handcrafted by State Award winning artist- Raghavendra and may have slight irregularities in color. Some amount of wear and tear is unavoidable during the process of crafting the product and attests to the product's authenticity. This product does not come with a bulb or bulb holder.
The Art of Leather Puppetry is an ancient folk art of Andhra Pradesh, India. The process of this art is done traditionally using naturally available material, natural dye colors as well as iron frames. This professional art is being made by artists using traditional tools with skilled workmanship, by designing the pictures and designs on leather and then dying with beautiful colors. The carving, holing and crafting as well as designing on leather give looks like living things. Will take 3-4 days to dispatch.
| Fabric / Material | Leather |
| Craft / Technique | Leather Hand Painting |
| Origin / Cluster | Nimmalakunta |
The raw materials used are Goat hide and sheepskin and the colours used are derived from vegetables dyes. Creating small holes inside the decorative patterns enhances the attraction of the items, which is done using a pogaru (chisel). The painted piece is dried in sunlight over two to three days. Hindu epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata inspire artisans to create these beautiful items in a wide range of shapes, sizes and utility varying from paintings to lamp shades or puppets as a vibrant and unique work of art to liven up a wall or a corner. Lampshades are created using a mould and most of them are based on mythological figures.
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What is painted on this lamp?
A single large round flower, drawn in outline, sits at the centre with a band of scrolls around it, painted in blue and navy with black on a cream ground. A narrow patterned band runs along the top and the hem. The finish is matte, and the design is simple and clear.
Does the blue suit a cool-toned room?
Yes. Blue, navy and cream form a cool, calm palette that sits well with white or grey walls, indigo fabrics, blue pottery and light wood. In a warm-toned room, it becomes a quiet point of contrast on the wall.
Is a bulb or holder included?
No. The lamp comes without a bulb or bulb holder, so you will need your own fitting. You are buying the hand-painted, perforated leather lamp, made by Raghavendra in Nimmalakunta, Andhra Pradesh.
Who painted it?
It is handcrafted by Raghavendra, a State Award-winning artist from Nimmalakunta, Andhra Pradesh. He draws and colours the design on leather and then carves and perforates it with traditional tools.
How is the leather pierced?
Holes are punched by hand with a chisel called a pogaru, worked into the decorative pattern. Together with the translucent leather, they let light through when the lamp is on, so the pattern shows up as points of light.
Is it a good gift?
Yes, its calm blue and cream colours and compact size make it an easy gift for anyone who enjoys handmade decor, and it suits a study or a bedroom. It comes with the story of the leather-puppet craft of Andhra Pradesh. The bulb and holder are not included, so the recipient will need their own fitting.
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