Owl Penstands (Single)
A charming pen stand from the ever-popular wise owl family.
These vibrant wooden lac-ware pen stands have been handmade by our artisan partners, Varnam Craft Collective in India. Each piece has been painstakingly hand-crafted by artisans from Channapatna.
- Made of Wrightia Tinctoria, a medicinal plant.
- Made using naturally seasoned wood, that is not only eco-friendly but also safe.
- colours used are traditional non-toxic vegetable colours.
Please note: Any irregularities on the wood are part of its natural beauty. The actual colours may vary a bit from the ones in the pictures.
Dimensions
85mm dia X 6" height
Care Instructions
Please clean once inside with a clean piece of cloth before using it. All lac-ware products must be kept in shaded areas and must avoid direct exposure to the Sun. Avoid impact against hard surfaces as the lac coating may chip. Please do not wash these items as they are wooden and the colour will peel. Wood being a natural material can react variedly to atmospheric changes that are beyond our control.
Varnam Craft Collective
Varnam Craft Collective is a multi-award winning social enterprise that has been working with artisans in Channapatna since 2012. The result is a series of designs interpreting this 200-year-old toy-making craft in the home & lifestyle space. In an industry where more than 90% of the artisans are men, many of Varnam’s creations have been deftly hand-crafted by women artisans. They have been providing sustainable livelihoods on a consistent basis to artisan groups in Channapatna and also other craft clusters within India.