Glossy Fish Kalamkari Handpainted Standing Square Leather Lamp -9 Inch

Shimmering Waters: The Glossy Fish Lamp

Bring the vibrant luster of marine life into your home with the Glossy Fish Handpainted Leather Lamp. Standing at a compact 9 inches, this lamp is a small but mighty piece of art. The "Glossy" edition features deeply saturated, vibrant colors that seem to glisten when the lamp is switched on, mimicking the shimmering movement of fish in water. It creates a lively, aquatic focal point perfect for brightening up intimate spaces.

The Craft: Tholu Bommalata by a Master

This piece is a celebration of Tholu Bommalata (Leather Shadow Art), meticulously handcrafted by State Awardee Artist Raghavendra.



The artist treats ethically sourced goat leather to achieve a parchment-like translucency. Using traditional bamboo pens, he paints the fish motifs with natural dyes that allow light to pass through with a brilliant, stained-glass effect. The result is a lamp that doesn't just illuminate a room, but glows with cultural heritage.

Styling: Compact Brilliance

The 9-inch size makes this lamp an adaptable decor element:

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  The Entryway Spark: Place it on a small console table near the door to welcome guests with a warm, colorful glow.


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  The Kids' Room: The playful fish motifs and vibrant colors make it a delightful and soothing night light for a child’s bedroom.


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  The Shelf Accent: Its small footprint allows it to sit perfectly on bookshelves or mantels, adding depth and character to your display.

Product Specifications

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  Material: Translucent Goat Leather & Metal Frame


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  Craft: Tholu Bommalata (Handpainted Leather)


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  Artist: State Awardee Raghavendra


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  Dimensions: Height: 9 Inches | Shape: Square


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  Design: Glossy Fish (Vibrant Aquatic Art)


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  Electricals: Comes with a standard wire and bulb holder (Bulb not included). Recommended: Warm White LED (3W-5W).

Care Instructions

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  Cleaning: Wipe gently with a dry, soft cloth. Never use water or damp cloth as leather absorbs moisture and can lose its shape.


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  Placement: Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent the hand-painted colors from fading over time.


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  Bulb: Use LED bulbs only to ensure the leather remains cool and safe.

Handmade Note: Since this lamp is hand-painted by a master artisan, you may notice unique variations in the pattern or color saturation. These are not defects but the beautiful evidence of genuine handcrafted art.

This translucent leather painting art form from Andhra Pradesh is used to make puppets for the popular shadow-puppet theatre tradition of Andhra Pradesh -‘Tholu Bommalata’- literally meaning “the dance of leather dolls’. An ancient practice, wandering entertainers have for centuries disseminated the knowledge of Hindu epics and local folk tales to the remotest corners of the region, through this art form and tradition.

The raw materials used are Goat hide and sheepskin and the colours used are derived from vegetables dyes. Creating small holes inside the decorative patterns enhances the attraction of the items, which is done using a pogaru (chisel). The painted piece is dried in sunlight over two to three days. Hindu epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata inspire artisans to create these beautiful items in a wide range of shapes, sizes and utility varying from paintings to lamp shades or puppets as a vibrant and unique work of art to liven up a wall or a corner. Lampshades are created using a mould and most of them are based on mythological figures.

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Learn More

What is tholu bommalata or leather puppetry ?
This is a theatre art form where beautifully hand painted leather puppets or dolls are used over lighted screens to narrate a story.

Where does tholu bommalata come from ?
This art form is popular in the state of Andhra Pradesh reflecting the state's rich tradition.

What are the tholu lamps made of ?
As the name suggests, “tholu” means leather. These lamps are made with goat leather that are stretched over metal frames. The translucent nature of the leather allows lights to pass through resulting in a spectacular effect.

Are the lamps hand painted ?
The tholu lamps are meticulously hand painted by traditionally trained artisans. The leather is later perforated along the painted images to enhance the effect of the light.

Are your lamps sourced from traditional artisans ?
Tholu lamps are native to the state of Andhra Pradesh and have been recognized with the geographical indication tags indicating their geographical origin and the associated reputation that comes with it. All our lamps are sourced directly from the craftsmen and artisans who have been indulged in this art form for years together.

What are the different types of leather lamps you sell ?
We bring to you our curated collection of wall lamps, table lamps, lamp shades, floor lamps and hanging lamps in tholu / leather.