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Kolam Chettinad Spoon Holder – Hand-Painted Wooden Décor (Table & Wall)
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  • Kolam Chettinad Spoon Holder – Hand-Painted Wooden Décor (Table & Wall)
  • Kolam Chettinad Spoon Holder – Hand-Painted Wooden Décor (Table & Wall)
  • Kolam Chettinad Spoon Holder – Hand-Painted Wooden Décor (Table & Wall)
  • Kolam Chettinad Spoon Holder – Hand-Painted Wooden Décor (Table & Wall)
  • Kolam Chettinad Spoon Holder – Hand-Painted Wooden Décor (Table & Wall)
Kolam Chettinad Spoon Holder – Hand-Painted Wooden Décor (Table & Wall)

Kolam Chettinad Spoon Holder – Hand-Painted Wooden Décor (Table & Wall)

Rs. 1,990.00
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Description

This is a hand-painted wooden décor piece shaped after the traditional Chettinad spoon holder — the ladle rack once found in every South Indian kitchen, its row of drilled holes built to keep serving spoons standing upright between meals. Here, that everyday kitchen object is repurposed as décor: the same paddle-shaped board, the same neat row of holes, but finished in a rich espresso-brown wood stain and hand-painted with white kolam motifs at each corner.

Kolam is the geometric threshold art drawn every dawn on doorsteps across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka — traditionally in rice flour, traditionally gone by evening, redrawn the next morning without fail. This piece borrows that same dot-and-line grammar and fixes it permanently onto wood, so the pattern doesn't wash away with the day.

This is a dual-purpose piece, built to work two ways. Laid flat on a console or dining table, its holes become a natural fit for a single tea-light or votive candle, with the rest of the board framing it like a runner centrepiece. Mounted vertically, it reads as a striking wall accent — the paddle-shaped silhouette and hand-painted corners doing the work of a full decorative panel, no candle needed. Either way, it's the kind of object that gets asked about: recognisably a kitchen tool to anyone from a Chettinad or South Indian household, and a genuine cultural conversation piece for anyone encountering it for the first time.

For anyone who grew up around a Chettinad kitchen, this piece is instantly familiar — the same spoon rack that hung by the stove, remade as something you'd now hang in a living room or entryway. For NRI households especially, it's a compact, shippable way to bring a very specific, very regional piece of home into a house abroad, without needing the full-sized kitchen fixture it's modeled on.

Specifications

  • Art Form: Kolam (traditional South Indian threshold art), on a Chettinad-style spoon holder silhouette
  • Material: Solid Wood, hand-painted finish
  • Dimensions: 18 inches (Length) x 6 inches (width) x 1 inch (thickness)
  • Finish: Dark espresso-brown wood stain with hand-painted white kolam detailing
  • Use: Dual-purpose — tabletop décor (candle holder) or wall-mounted décor
  • Mounting: Just hang on the holes provided
Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Chettinad spoon holder, and why is it painted with kolam?
A Chettinad spoon holder is a traditional South Indian kitchen rack with a row of drilled holes, originally used to store serving spoons and ladles upright between uses. This piece keeps that recognisable shape but repurposes it as décor, hand-painted with kolam — the geometric threshold art drawn daily across Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka — so the motif is preserved permanently rather than redrawn and erased each day.

Is this meant for the kitchen, or as decorative wall/table art?
It's designed as décor first. You can use it flat on a table as a candle holder, with a tea-light set into one of the holes, or mount it on the wall as a standalone decorative panel — both are intended uses, not repurposing.

Is the kolam design hand-painted or printed?
Entirely hand-painted, with no printing or decals. Expect small natural variations in line and dot spacing from piece to piece — a sign of handwork, not a defect.

What is it made of, and what size is it?
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How do I care for it?
Dust with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid water and extended direct sunlight, as both can fade or damage the hand-painted finish.

Will mine look exactly like the product photos?
Small variations in the painted lines and dot spacing are normal and expected — every piece is hand-painted individually, so no two are identical.

Is this a good gift for a South Indian or NRI household?
Yes — the Chettinad spoon holder shape is instantly recognisable to anyone from a South Indian kitchen, and the kolam motif carries the same cultural weight it does on your Kolam Peg Table. It works well for housewarmings, weddings, and festive gifting, and travels easily for NRI families furnishing a home abroad.

Do you ship this outside India?
International shipping is available, with cost and timeline quoted separately — contact contactus@ethniichic.com for details.
Time to Dispatch

Time of Dispatch: 4-5 working days from placing of order.
Instruction for Care

Easily maintained by wiping with a clean soft damp cloth when necessary. Do not use scrub or chemicals for cleaning. Don't wash under running water. Avoid Dishwasher.
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.
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.

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