Jalini Hamsa Incense Holder

This Jalini incense holder combines the master craftsmanship of the Blue Pottery of Jaipur with intricately hand painted design! Pottery is an age-old art in India where artisans throughout the state of  Rajasthan use a potter's wheel, handmade molds, and their hands to shape natural clay into beautiful works of functional art with a polished finish. This handcrafted incense holder dish features a Hamsa hand with a Indukala lunar moon phase design. 

The Details: 

• Unique dish has three holes in the lower palm area where multiple incense sticks can be inserted
• Dimensions: 4.25'' L x 2.25'' W x 0.5'' H
• Materials: Hand painted jaipur Blue Pottery
• Pottery is considered to be a mystical trade in India, where this dish is made, because it incorporates five vital elements: air, fire, earth, water, and ether

The Maker: 

On a trip back to his native India after years living in the US, Manish Gupta was struck anew by the extreme material poverty of his homeland. With deep respect for the rich culture of his home country and the potential of rural Indians, he began asking questions. After hundreds of conversations and even more cups of tea, Manish realized that he could come up with ways to help those without access to reach new markets via his new home in America. He started partnering with grassroots organizations to train unskilled women and men and help them become master artisans. He personally ensured that the materials were safe for people and kind to the land. At the same time with the help of his mother and sister, Manish established a team in India to guarantee clear, efficient communications and high-quality production. He gathered a team in Austin, Texas to design collections that would honor the culture, craft and capacity of Indian artisans and along the way, he met & married a beautiful, inspiring Indian designer, Ruchi, who quickly became his partner in life, love, and business! Nearly a decade later, the little company run out of Manish and Ruchi’s Austin apartment has grown into a leading fair trade wholesaler and innovator in ethical, sustainable business. Their in-house design team creates products that are timeless and totally custom to Matr Boomie. Unlike traditional import businesses, the roots of their company are in India. Being on the ground and working alongside their artisan gives them access to tools and resources. At Matr Boomie this is more than just business, they work diligently to provide a way to break the cycle of poverty in India and to empower partner communities. They go beyond fair wages and actively invest in development projects, healthcare, and education.