Skip to content

Your Basket (0)

Clear basket View basket

Your basket is empty

Continue shopping

Stone Globe Candleholder

Handcrafted in India

Availability:
in stock
SKU 6823700
Stone Globe Candleholder 1

Stone Globe Candleholder

Handcrafted in India

Availability:
in stock
SKU 6823700

Item Status: ACTIVE
Item Date: 2012-03-01
UPC Code: 732919457957
STORY
Spherical gorara stone candleholder shows the stone craftsman's skill. Agra artisans first cut the stone to size using a band saw. Then the surface design is carved, using a fine drill. Last comes the lattice work, cutting spaces for candlelight to shine through. Gorara stone is sometimes referred to as India soapstone. It is from the Hamirpur and Mahoba areas of Uttar Pradesh and comes in a variety of mottled colors.

DETAILS
  • Gorara soapstone
  • Natural soapstone will vary in color
  • Holds one tea light, not included
  • 4Dx4H inches
  • Made in India
  • Dual-purpose! Use as a candle holder or incense holder by placing incense cones on the interior, or sliding incense sticks through the carved designs in the globe.
ABOUT THE ARTISAN
Asha Handicrafts Association
INDIA
A fair trade organization, Asha represents more than 6,500 artisans in 10 states of India. The association’s name, meaning "hope" in Sans...
icon icon icon
More products from this maker