Artistic Artefacts that bring your Home to Life this Festive Season
India - a country where the Swadeshi Movement originated during the struggle for independence. It was a poignant step taken by our freedom fighters such as Lokmanya Tilak, whereby the spirit of self-reliance and self-sufficiency was ingrained into the people’s minds. Thus, the chord of dependency on western goods was broken. India was taking productive measures towards achieving a true state of independence by manufacturing its own locally made products.
There were also major steps taken to build a strong feeling of community. And festivals played a major role in bringing people together. It was a great opportunity to get in touch with our authentic roots by immersing oneself in a variety of customs and traditions.
Alongside the community celebration of festivals, it was also seen that every home had its own intimate gathering. Families came together and conducted pujas and various religious rituals to invoke the blessings of the divine. They dressed in new clothing, indulged in mouth-watering delicacies, sang and danced to traditional folk songs and experienced a sense of deep connection and belongingness. This has been followed through the course of time.
There is also a special joy in adorning your home with decorations, thereby inviting the aura of celebrations during festivals. The Bombay Store has been a pioneer in offering handcrafted creations which will bring a slice of Swadeshi into your personal spaces. A mark of ‘Made in India’ is stamped across every inch of your home – a reminder of our nation’s rich cultural diversity.
Let’s take a look at 10 must-have artefacts that can uplift the face of your home this festive season. They are all patiently handcrafted by local artisans who have been practicing skills that have been passed down a line of rich cultural heritage.
A kalash is an extremely auspicious symbol. This delicately crafted Silver Mangal Kalash is representative of abundance, prosperity, and the divine presence. It holds great importance in Hindu festivals and rituals, serving as a focal point for worship and is believed to invoke blessings from deities. Its use in festive ceremonies signifies the sanctification of space and the welcoming of positive energies. It is a sacred vessel that bridges the gap between our world and the heavenly abode.
This unique chess design Softstone Incense Stick Holder is a perfect spot to perch fragrant incense sticks on, and at the same time it stands out as an eye-catching piece as part of your puja room. The swirls of smoke emitting from a burning incense are meant to be offerings to the deities and also help in creating a pleasant atmosphere. The scent establishes an aura of new beginnings which is what festivals majorly represent.
Eight is an auspicious number that represents a balance between the materialistic and spiritual worlds. We have this Brass Asthlaxmi with Wooden Round Stand that displays the group of eight manifestations of the Hindu Goddess Laxmi, also known as the goddess of prosperity. The eight forms are representative of wealth, prosperity, knowledge, courage, victory, and comfort. One seeks to be bestowed with the blessings of material and spiritual wealth during festivals such as Diwali, and this auspicious artefact is sure to add a flavour of divine abundance into your space.
This beautiful Brass Shankh is symbolic of the victory of good over evil, as it represents the call of triumph after emerging as winners in a holy war. It is also used in Hindu ceremonies and rituals to mark the beginning of an event, such as a prayer or the arrival of a deity. The echoing sound of the shankh is believed to purify the air and engulf it in positivity. A festival bears the signature of a new beginning in everyone’s lives and calls for the need to beckon positivity.
Peacock is the national bird of India, and its symbolic presence in your home adds a touch of ethnic beauty. Our Wooden Handpainted Dancing Peacock is a joyful and colourful addition that can act as an iconic decorative statement piece. The authentic design of this handcrafted peacock can be integrated into the celebration of any Indian festival by bringing out regal vibes!
Place this Brass Wall Hanging Om Plate in Wood Frame on your wall and let peace take over your home! ‘Om’ marks a good start to any occasion and is usually chanted three times before any prayer ceremonies begin. It helps aligns oneself with the vibrations of the universe and instils a sense of deep serenity and divinity within. No festivities can begin without the invocation of this deeply significant sound, and having it perpetually placed on your wall emulates the same blessed energy.
An artistic Acacia Wood Mandir such as this, plays a significant role in setting up the plane for any festival. Families can gather together around the deity placed in this wooden temple and offer their sincere prayers. The mandir provides a haven for the gods within your home and creates a divine nook.
Another peacock design to embellish your space! This radiant Silver Puja Thali in Peacock Design is a versatile and elegant addition to your puja space. It is sure to leave an imprint in people’s minds rather than regular puja thalis. Get it out on display during special festivals and let its design spark faith within all.
No festival is complete without the lighting of lamps! Our Brass Annam Deepak with Stonework can be placed at the entrance of your home over a rangoli. It welcomes both gods and guests into your space. A sacred vibration is thereby set with grace.
Another elaborately carved lamp is this Brass Deepak Laxmi which is symbolic of both knowledge and prosperity. The lamp is elevated with the presence of Goddess Laxmi sitting on her seat ready to bestow blessings upon on and all.
Let’s get together during this festive season and bring in the fervour of swadeshi by choosing one-of-a-kind handcrafted artefacts from The Bombay Store. May the joy of festivities resound through your home!
