Idyllic Flower Kalamkari Handpainted Standing Round Leather Lamp -17 Inch

Grand Serenity: The Idyllic Flower Lamp

Transform your living space into a peaceful retreat with the Idyllic Flower Handpainted Leather Lamp. Standing tall at 17 inches, this cylindrical lamp acts as a majestic pillar of light. The "Idyllic" design features serene, flowing floral motifs that evoke the calm beauty of a quiet garden. Its round shape allows the artwork to wrap continuously around the form, creating a seamless visual experience that radiates tranquility in every direction.

The Craft: Tholu Bommalata by a Master

This statement piece is a masterwork of Tholu Bommalata (Leather Shadow Art), crafted by State Awardee Artist Raghavendra.



The process begins with ethically sourced goat leather, treated to become as translucent as parchment. The artist then uses traditional bamboo pens to hand-paint the intricate flowers using natural vegetal dyes. When illuminated, the leather glows with a warm, stained-glass effect, bringing the ancient heritage of Andhra puppetry into your modern home.

Styling: The Statement Pillar

The impressive height and round shape make this lamp a versatile decor element:

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  The Corner Glow: Its 17-inch height makes it substantial enough to sit on the floor in a corner or on a low stool, lighting up dark spaces with a warm, ambient glow.


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  The Console Centerpiece: Place it on a hallway console or sideboard to create a dramatic, welcoming focal point for guests.


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  The 360-Degree Art: The cylindrical design ensures the lamp looks beautiful from any seat in the room, making it perfect for central coffee tables.

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: 17 Inches | Shape: Round (Cylindrical)


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  Design: Idyllic Flower (Serene Floral Art)


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  Electricals: Comes with a standard wire and bulb holder (Bulb not included). Recommended: Warm White LED (5W-7W).

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 natural dyes from fading.


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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 floral detailing or color strokes. 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.