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Delivery EstimateAdorn your home with this unique and mystical tealight holder. Place a candle inside of the hollow sphere and enjoy the glowing light that shines through the rows of carved openings. The candle holder is ornately hand-carved out of soapstone by Indian artisan Gulam Rasool.
- 0.53 kgs
- 1.2 lbs
- 16 cm H x 9 cm W x 7 cm D
- 6.25" H x 3.5" W x 2.8" D
- Soapstone
- Natural stone - some variations in color and/or pattern are to be expected
- For use with tealights only
- Never leave a burning candle unattended
- Surface may become warm or hot during use; place on a protected surface
- Keep away from children and pets
- Tealight not included
- Made in India.
- Certified and shipped by our office in India
Gift Info
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- Email this item as a gift suggestion.
- Free Gift Wrap? No
- Premium Gift Wrap? Yes
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Brenda
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11/10/2016
"Stunning!"
This candle holder is absolutely beautiful! The craftsmanship is outstanding. It is a wonderful addition to my home decor!
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Charlesy
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05/28/2018
"Artisan Beauty"
The intricate carving is lovely and light shines through it and reflects all around it. Truly unique.
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Lorraine
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03/03/2024
"Second elephant art purchased from Gulam"
Precious piece and worried about arriving safe and sound. Relieved packaging was so secure took me removal of several layers of wrapping to get to box! Superb crafting of many elephants (my favorite creature) and love round design and substantial weight and size. Only disappointment is not off-white or ecru color as shown online, but a much darker brown or grayish shade. Nevertheless, love his work. Wish Gulam could bring back dyed/colored soapstone that he used to craft years ago. I have one of his pieces of a soapstone multi-colored elephant small box which I truly treasure.
Best Uses
- Favorite personal items, battery candle lit
- Store favorite personal items, battery operated candle lit, just by itself to enjoy
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Shira
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09/03/2023
"We will treasure these!"
The detail is exquisite. Thank you for bringing this beautiful art into the world and into our homes. We will appreciate these forever.
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Shadow Warrior
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07/11/2023
"A great treasure."
Beautiful artwork and craftsmanship are words that do not adequately describe the amazing piece. I have more of these pieces, and this statement applies to them all. Just BEAUTIFUL!!!
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Pam
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05/04/2023
"Stunning!"
This carving is very beautiful and has clean lines. It is polished so nice. Thank you!
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Preserving Traditions
Close to his eightieth birthday, Gulam continues the art he learned from his elders. His father was an marble carver and jali artisan honored with the state award for excellence. Gulam has been honored with the same distinction. He still works alongside his son and other artisans to whom he has taught this craft, and treasures the role he plays in continuing this important Indian artistic tradition.
Microcredit Financing
Gulam Rasool has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $1800.
Caring for Children
Nearing his eighth decade, master stone sculptor Gulam Rasool continues to provide for his family, especially his grandchildren.
Elder Master
This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.
Enabling Education
Gulam is proud to be able to help provide for his grandchildren's education.
Write a review"After years of hard work, I was honored with a state award for excellence…. Today, I am proud to mention that I have earned a name for myself in the art of jali work."
Update (May, 2020)"I have worked with you since 2004 and you have given me a platform to exhibit my craft to the whole world. My stone carvings... read more
