Kerala Mural Brass Iron Box – Hand-painted Decor Design 3

This handle carries a warm, layered finish — a deep red-orange base, white floral motifs echoing Kerala Mural painting, and small dotted circle accents worked into the design alongside the flowers. The overall effect is rich and deliberately ornate, a handle that reads as considered rather than simply patterned.

This box began as a genuine vintage charcoal iron, the kind once used daily across Indian households. Our artisans restore the brass body completely, preserving its coal slots and hinge mechanism as a visible piece of its history, and then hand-paint a new design onto the wooden handle. The floral and dotted detailing is layered in stages — the base colour, then the black banding, then the individual white flowers and dots added last by fine brush — which is what gives this finish its dense, textured quality.

It works well displayed alongside other collectible objects, where its warm red-orange tone adds contrast to cooler-toned pieces nearby. It makes a distinctive gift for anyone drawn to upcycled brass or Kerala Mural-inspired design.

Material: Brass body with a hand-painted wood handle.

Dimension: 17.5 cm (height), 9 cm (length), 10.5 cm (width). Weight: 1.2 kg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an original antique iron or a new reproduction?

The brass body is an original vintage charcoal iron, restored by our studio, with a newly hand-painted handle finished in layered Kerala Mural-inspired detailing.

Is this piece functional?

No, it is intended purely as a decorative collectible rather than a working iron.

Why does this design have a layered, textured look?

The base colour, banding, and floral and dot detailing are applied in separate stages by hand, giving the finish real depth and texture.

Is the detailing hand-painted?

Yes, every layer, including the individual flowers and dots, is applied by hand by our studio artisans.

Is this a good gift for a collector of vintage or upcycled objects?

Yes, the combination of a genuine antique brass body and richly detailed hand-painted work makes it a distinctive gift for collectors.

How should I care for this piece?

Wipe the brass with a dry, soft cloth, and dust the handle gently, keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and moisture.