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Tholu Bommalatha Multicolour Floral Bookmark – Hand-Painted Indian Folk Art
Rs. 300.00
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Description
A 400-Year-Old Art Form. Now Marking Your Place in a Book.
Tholu Bommalatha is one of India's oldest surviving folk art traditions, originating in Andhra Pradesh over four centuries ago, originally painted on leather for shadow puppet theatre. This bookmark carries that same hand-painted tradition onto archival stock paper, sealed with a laminate finish for everyday durability.
Every piece is painted by hand, which means no two are identical. The multi colour floral detailing is drawn from the visual language of Tholu Bommalatha, carry colour combinations and detailing that mass-produced bookmarks simply cannot replicate. Sturdy enough for daily use, distinctive enough to become the thing people ask about when they borrow your book.
If you're looking for a handcrafted gift for a book lover - for a birthday, housewarming, or festive occasion, this is the kind of thing that arrives in a box and gets kept for years. Not just used. Kept.
Material : Stock Paper & Lamination
Dimension : 20.8 cm x 5.8 cm
Quick Facts:
● Art form: Tholu Bommalatha (Andhra Pradesh, 400+ years old)
● Material: Hand-painted stock paper, laminated finish
● Motif: Multi colour Floral — hand-painted, one-of-a-kind
● Use case: Bookmark, gifting, festive/housewarming gift
● Care: Wipe with a dry soft cloth, avoid water
FAQs:
Is this bookmark hand-painted or printed?
Hand-painted. Every multicolour floral design is painted directly using the Tholu Bommalatha technique, then laminated for durability — no printing or mass production involved.
What makes Tholu Bommalatha art special?
Tholu Bommalatha is a 400-year-old Andhra Pradesh art form, originally used for leather shadow puppets. It's now a rare, fading craft — buying handcrafted pieces like this helps keep it alive.
Will I receive the exact bookmark shown in the photo?
Since each piece is hand-painted, there can be minor variations in brushwork from the photo. The motif, colours, and art style remain consistent with what's shown.
Brand Philosophy
When you order from EthniiChic, you receive more than just a product—you bring home a piece of India’s cultural heritage.
Each creation is handcrafted with care, hand-painted with authentic traditional art forms, and finished to perfection for lasting quality.
Expect vibrant storytelling through design, eco-conscious craftsmanship, and timely, well-packaged delivery that ensures your order arrives safe and ready to adorn your space / yourself.
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DISCLAIMER
At EthniiChic, we celebrate the artistry of handmade products, each lovingly crafted by skilled artisans.
Due to this unique handmade nature, minor variations and subtle surface textures are natural and should be embraced as hallmarks of authentic charm and individuality, rather than defects.
Please note that the actual colors of our products may vary slightly depending on your device's screen resolution and any accessories shown in product images are for styling purposes only and are not included with your purchase.
