Traditional Kerala Straw Art - Moonlight Voyage
CUL0148
Bring the serene charm of a tropical night into your home with this stunning, hand-cut Kerala Straw Art piece. Titled "Moonlight Voyage," this intricate artwork captures a tranquil backwater scene under a full moon. It features a traditional sailboat gliding across shimmering waters, flanked by swaying coconut palms, a rustic shoreline hut, and birds silhouetted against a deep black background.
The Meticulous Artistry Behind the Craft
Every element of this piece is meticulously crafted by hand by skilled regional artisans. Straw picture making is a highly specialized heritage craft where select stalks of dried paddy straw are carefully split, flattened, and precisely arranged to create texture and depth. By using only the natural, golden-amber gradients of the straw, the artisan creates a brilliant contrast against the dark backdrop, allowing the entire landscape to catch and reflect light dynamically depending on your room's ambiance.
Key Features
- Authentic Handcraft: 100% handmade by traditional artisans keeping heritage crafts alive.
- Visual Profile: Radiant golden straw silhouette work depicting a moonlit maritime landscape against a rich black backdrop.
- Versatile Decor: An elegant addition to living rooms, offices, or gallery walls, blending traditional Indian storytelling with modern aesthetic appeal.
- Artisan Focus: Crafted with a meticulous eye for detail, emphasizing the precise alignment and cutting of natural straw.
This artwork is dispatched unframed and is ready to hang as-is — a thread is attached at the back for easy wall mounting. Framing can be done on request for an additional cost.
Art Form: Vaikkol Chithrangal (Traditional Kerala Straw Art)
Material: Natural rice straw and hay on cardboard with black fabric backing
Scene: Moonlit backwater with sailboat, coconut palms, shoreline hut, and birds
Colors: Warm golden-amber straw tones on black
Craftsmanship: Handcrafted with individually placed straw pieces
Origin: Kerala, India
Eco-Friendly: 100% natural, sustainable materials
Display: Unframed, wall-ready (hanging thread attached); framing available on request
Care Instructions: Keep in a dry place away from moisture. Avoid direct sunlight. Dust gently with a soft brush.
A timeless piece that brings Kerala's backwater beauty and sustainable artistry into your home.
Product Dimension
Length - 13.5 inches, Width - 19.5 inches
Material
Straws, Fabric
Frame Type
Without Frame
Care Instructions
Keep in a dry place away from moisture. Avoid direct sunlight. Dust gently with a soft brush.
Color Disclaimer
Please be aware that the actual colors may slightly differ from what you see on screen.
Shipping Information
Your order will be delivered within 7-9 working days after being dispatched from our warehouse.
Return Policy
At Culturati, we prioritize quality and satisfaction. We discourage returns but offer exchanges for damaged items in rare cases. You may choose a replacement of the same product if available, or select an alternative of equal value.