Heritage Hanging Kuthira Vilakku - A Rare Find

Heritage Hanging Kuthira Vilakku - A Rare FindThis rare antique Kerala bronze hanging horse oil lamp is a beautiful testament to traditional South Indian craftsmanship, preserved in its original condition and rich with timeless character. Estimated to be 70 80 years old, this authentic Kuthira Vilakku carries the elegance and cultural heritage of a bygone era. Handcrafted in solid bronze, the lamp features a gracefully sculpted horse head with finely detailed flowing mane work that beautifully

Time has bestowed upon it a rich

Weight: 490 gm

and celestial authority

Beyond its aesthetic appeal

an integral part of Navratri festivities in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh

The combination of the elephant and snake is often associated with the balance of earth and protection

A timeless décor object that adds soul

or fine Asian sculpture

The scene captures the essence of devotion

embodying the traditional form of a Thooku Vilakku

representing the perpetual rhythm of day and night

Ravi Varma