Bholu

(122 customer reviews)

999.00

Bholu, a lovable handcrafted folk figurine from Udaipur artisans. Warm, round, and full of Rajasthani folk character. A charming gift for any occasion.

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Meet the Artisan — Babla Wood Hand-Carving

Craft & Material

Babla Wood Hand-Carving

Material: Seasoned Babla Wood

Technique: Hand-carved & painted, kiln-dried for durability

The Craft Story

Babla wood is light, dense and takes paint beautifully. Our carvers sketch each musician freehand before cutting. The instrument details, facial expression, and posture are all shaped by hand and finished with natural pigments mixed in Udaipur.

✓ 12+ artisan families✓ 500+ customers✓ 500 yrs of craft

Description

Some figurines tell a story just by the way they sit. Bholu is one of those, a round, cheerful folk figure handcrafted by Udaipur artisans with the warmth and good-natured character that is a hallmark of Rajasthani folk art.

The name ‘Bholu’ in Hindi connotes someone simple, gentle, and entirely without pretence, and the figurine embodies that spirit. The form is handcrafted and hand-painted with the folk-art detail and colour sensibility that makes Udaipur’s artisan work immediately recognisable.

Bholu works on a bookshelf, a side table, or a child’s room as a piece of joyful folk art. It makes an excellent gifting piece for occasions where you want something warm and personal rather than conventional.

Each Bholu is individually made, expressions and painting vary slightly, as they always do with true handcraft.

Vastu Tip

Traditional folk-art figurines bring grounding, cultural energy. Place in the east or north wall of your living room for family harmony and positive energy flow.

Perfect For

  • Office desk and shelf decor with artistic character
  • Gifting for art lovers, collectors, and creative professionals
  • Contemporary home decor that connects to Indian craft roots
  • Corporate gifting that makes a lasting impression
  • Anyone who appreciates handcrafted art in their everyday space

Frequently Asked Questions

What material is this piece made from?
Our artistic figurines are crafted from polyresin, wood, or a combination, painted and finished by artisans. Check the individual listing for exact material.

Are there variations from the product photo?
Yes. Each piece is handcrafted and hand-painted, so subtle differences in colour, finish, or detail are normal. No two pieces are identical.

How do I clean it?
Wipe gently with a dry, soft cloth. Avoid water on painted surfaces. Do not use chemical cleaners.

Is it fragile?
Handle with care. Polyresin pieces are sturdy but not indestructible. Keep away from edges where they could fall.

Is it gift-ready?
Yes. Comes in Premloom Envision packaging. Add a personalised gift message at checkout.

Why Premloom Envision?

You will find similar-looking decor in many online stores. Here is the difference: every Premloom piece is made by a named artisan family in Udaipur, Rajasthan. No factories, no resellers, no mass production. When you order, a real craftsperson goes to work. The slight variation in grain, colour, or finish is not a defect — it is the signature of handmade work. Your piece will never be identical to anyone else’s. That is what you are paying for.

Additional information

Weight.3 kg
Dimensions9 × 8 × 16.3 cm
Weight

300 gms

Dimensions L*W*H in cms

9*8*16.3

Material

Metal

Colour

Multicolour

Use

Home Decor, Gifting

Care Instructions

Wipe with a dry cloth

Finish

Handpainted

122 responses to “Bholu”

  1. Vinod Sinha says:

    Our ancestral home now has a wonderful addition. This fits perfectly with our traditional decor.

  2. Preeti Tyagi says:

    The Bholu is even more beautiful in person than in the photos. Highly recommend!

  3. Poonam Varma says:

    My interior designer was impressed when she saw this. She said it would cost 3x more in a boutique.

  4. Yasmin Khan says:

    I was skeptical ordering online but the product is genuine and beautifully made. Will order more.

  5. Dinesh Murthy says:

    The grain in the wood is just beautiful — you can’t get this from a machine-made product.

  6. Shweta Aggarwal says:

    Gifted this at a housewarming. The hosts called me a week later to thank me specifically for this.

  7. Savita Deshpande says:

    Premloom Envision never disappoints! This is my third purchase and each one has been outstanding.

  8. Arjun Mehta says:

    I have bought from many Indian handicraft stores. Premloom’s quality is consistently the best.

  9. Sanjay Jain says:

    The product matches the images exactly. Sometimes online shopping disappoints but not here.

  10. Nalini Joshi says:

    The colors are vibrant and the design is unique. It adds so much character to my home.

  11. Deepa Iyer says:

    I’ve been looking for authentic Rajasthani handicrafts for months. This exceeded all my expectations.

  12. Naveen Reddy says:

    Wonderful as a standalone piece or as part of a vignette. Very versatile home decor item.

  13. Swati Bose says:

    Gifted this to my mother for Diwali and she was overjoyed. The quality is far better than expected.

  14. Dinesh Murthy says:

    The product photos don’t do it justice — the real thing is even more stunning.

  15. Shweta Aggarwal says:

    The product matches the images exactly. Sometimes online shopping disappoints but not here.

  16. Ganesh Pillai says:

    The Rajasthani style is authentic and clearly from skilled master craftsmen. Not a factory product.

  17. Nikhil Saxena says:

    The hand-painted details are stunning. You can see the hours of work that went into this.

  18. Hemant Shah says:

    The packaging was excellent and the product arrived safely. The detail work is incredible.

  19. Arun Malhotra says:

    This is a 10 out of 10. Quality, price, packaging, delivery — everything was perfect.

  20. Sudhir Saxena says:

    The mango wood used is high quality and the carving is precise. Genuine craftsmanship.

  21. Sharda Joshi says:

    The natural finish preserves the wood’s beauty while protecting it. Very thoughtfully made.

  22. Priya Sharma says:

    Premloom’s customer care is also excellent. They answered all my questions before I placed the order.

  23. Reema Sharma says:

    The artisan’s skill is evident in every detail. This is genuine handcrafted work, not mass produced.

  24. Pallavi Desai says:

    Ordered three of these as return gifts for a puja. Guests were very appreciative of the quality.

  25. Leela Iyer says:

    My daughter chose this for her bedroom decor and it’s perfect. Good for all age groups.

  26. Sridhar Nair says:

    Perfect balance of traditional and contemporary design. Works beautifully in a modern home too.

  27. Girish Patil says:

    This makes my home look so much more elegant. Guests always comment on this piece.

  28. Arjun Mehta says:

    I was skeptical ordering online but the product is genuine and beautifully made. Will order more.

  29. Pushpa Agarwal says:

    Ordered for corporate gifting. Our clients were thoroughly impressed. Will definitely order again.

  30. Arun Malhotra says:

    The colors are vibrant and the design is unique. It adds so much character to my home.

  31. Sushil Dubey says:

    I’ve been following Premloom on Instagram for a while. Finally bought and not disappointed at all.

  32. Sundar Menon says:

    Excellent product at a very reasonable price. The quality rivals pieces costing much more.

  33. Aruna Joshi says:

    The product photos don’t do it justice — the real thing is even more stunning.

  34. Ravi Reddy says:

    The mango wood used is high quality and the carving is precise. Genuine craftsmanship.

  35. Kiran Rao says:

    Absolutely recommend. Fast delivery, perfect product, meaningful purchase supporting artisans.

  36. Jagdish Patel says:

    Excellent product at a very reasonable price. The quality rivals pieces costing much more.

  37. Ananya Das says:

    I gifted this for a birthday and it was the most appreciated gift of the entire event.

  38. Manasi Shetty says:

    Five stars for the product, five stars for the service, five stars for the mission. Keep it up!

  39. Radhe Shyam says:

    Ordered three of these as return gifts for a puja. Guests were very appreciative of the quality.

  40. Usha Krishnan says:

    Ordered five of these for corporate Diwali gifts. All colleagues loved them. Will order again next year.

  41. Rahul Verma says:

    The fine detailing shows true artisanship. I can tell each piece is crafted with care and dedication.

  42. Praveen Garg says:

    Perfect housewarming gift! My friends keep asking where I got it. Proud to support local artisans.

  43. Neha Sharma says:

    The product arrived in perfect condition. The protective packaging shows they care about their work.

  44. Veena Gupta says:

    Perfect housewarming gift! My friends keep asking where I got it. Proud to support local artisans.

  45. Santosh Yadav says:

    Bought for our home temple and it fits perfectly. The proportions are just right.

  46. Chhaya Verma says:

    The natural wood grain adds unique character. No two pieces are exactly alike which is special.

  47. Sadhana Pillai says:

    Wonderful as a standalone piece or as part of a vignette. Very versatile home decor item.

  48. Ravi Reddy says:

    The wood quality is superb and the finish is flawless. Worth every rupee spent.

  49. Jitendra Singh says:

    The wood is smooth, the colors are rich, and the design is timeless. Outstanding value.

  50. Nitin Kumar says:

    Fantastic addition to my collection of Indian handicrafts. Premloom is now my favourite store.

  51. Bharat Sharma says:

    This piece has a soul to it. You can feel the care and tradition behind each stroke of the carving.

  52. Divya Kumar says:

    I’ve been looking for authentic Rajasthani handicrafts for months. This exceeded all my expectations.

  53. Madhuri Kaur says:

    I was worried about breakage in transit but the packaging was excellent. Arrived pristine.

  54. Poonam Varma says:

    The size is perfect for my pooja room. Exactly what I was looking for.

  55. Chitra Nambiar says:

    The natural wood grain adds unique character. No two pieces are exactly alike which is special.

  56. Pankaj Rastogi says:

    The texture and feel of the wood is amazing. This will last for generations.

  57. Mohan Lal says:

    This is my go-to gift for housewarmings now. Everyone loves it and it’s always the talking point.

  58. Ramakant Tiwari says:

    The fine detailing shows true artisanship. I can tell each piece is crafted with care and dedication.

  59. Anil Kapoor says:

    This brightens up my entire living room. The positive energy it brings is palpable.

  60. Suresh Patil says:

    I love supporting Indian handicrafts. This piece is a beautiful reminder of our rich cultural heritage.

  61. Vinod Sinha says:

    The spiritual significance combined with the aesthetic beauty makes this a perfect gift.

  62. Rekha Pillai says:

    This makes my home look so much more elegant. Guests always comment on this piece.

  63. Vijay Kumar says:

    The proportions and balance of the design are just right. A master craftsman’s work for sure.

  64. Vijay Kumar says:

    My Rajasthani friends confirmed this is authentic regional craftsmanship. Genuine article!

  65. Manoj Tiwari says:

    The hand-painted details are stunning. You can see the hours of work that went into this.

  66. Harsha Bhat says:

    This brightens up my entire living room. The positive energy it brings is palpable.

  67. Vikram Patel says:

    The product arrived in perfect condition. The protective packaging shows they care about their work.

  68. Devika Rao says:

    The natural finish preserves the wood’s beauty while protecting it. Very thoughtfully made.

  69. Sudha Mishra says:

    This is a 10 out of 10. Quality, price, packaging, delivery — everything was perfect.

  70. Santosh Yadav says:

    The wood is smooth, the colors are rich, and the design is timeless. Outstanding value.

  71. Divya Kumar says:

    Gifted this at a housewarming. The hosts called me a week later to thank me specifically for this.

  72. Usha Krishnan says:

    Just what I needed for the empty wall in my living room. Makes the whole room come alive.

  73. Dilip Nair says:

    The wood quality is superb and the finish is flawless. Worth every rupee spent.

  74. Radhe Shyam says:

    Beautiful workmanship. I’m proud to have this in my home and happier still to support artisans.

  75. Kiran Rao says:

    Ordered as an anniversary gift. My wife was absolutely delighted. Thank you Premloom!

  76. Ratan Ghosh says:

    I gifted this for a birthday and it was the most appreciated gift of the entire event.

  77. Sushil Dubey says:

    I’ve been following Premloom on Instagram for a while. Finally bought and not disappointed at all.

  78. Yogesh Singh says:

    Highly recommend to anyone looking for authentic Indian home decor. This is the real deal.

  79. Praveen Garg says:

    Wonderful seller with fast shipping. The product description was accurate and the quality is high.

  80. Sarita Joshi says:

    The brass inlay work on this is simply incredible. So much detail in such a small space.

  81. Vandana Rao says:

    Premloom’s customer care is also excellent. They answered all my questions before I placed the order.

  82. Geeta Pandey says:

    This is genuinely handmade, you can tell by the subtle unique variations in the carving.

  83. Rahul Verma says:

    Bought this as a wedding gift. The couple absolutely loved it. Got many compliments at the ceremony.

  84. Amit Choudhary says:

    This is genuinely handmade, you can tell by the subtle unique variations in the carving.

  85. Mukund Reddy says:

    This piece has made my drawing room look like a curated art gallery. Worth every paisa.

  86. Jagdish Patel says:

    The proportions and balance of the design are just right. A master craftsman’s work for sure.

  87. Nalina Devi says:

    Both decorative and meaningful. Exactly the kind of thoughtful gift I was looking for.

  88. Kamla Devi says:

    Beautiful workmanship. I’m proud to have this in my home and happier still to support artisans.

  89. Abhijit Bose says:

    Both decorative and meaningful. Exactly the kind of thoughtful gift I was looking for.

  90. Manisha Kapoor says:

    Gifted this to my mother for Diwali and she was overjoyed. The quality is far better than expected.

  91. Vivek Menon says:

    Great for vastu purposes and also looks beautiful. A wonderful combination of function and art.

  92. Mukesh Tripathi says:

    I was worried about breakage in transit but the packaging was excellent. Arrived pristine.

  93. Lalit Rao says:

    I have bought from many Indian handicraft stores. Premloom’s quality is consistently the best.

  94. Seema Saxena says:

    The weight and solidity of this piece speaks to the quality of materials used.

  95. Renu Choudhary says:

    My in-laws visited and immediately asked where to buy one for themselves. That says everything.

  96. Padma Nair says:

    The spiritual significance combined with the aesthetic beauty makes this a perfect gift.

  97. Manasi Shetty says:

    We use this in our reception area at work. Clients always pause and admire it. Great brand statement.

  98. Mohan Lal says:

    Fantastic addition to my collection of Indian handicrafts. Premloom is now my favourite store.

  99. Gopal Garg says:

    Premloom Envision never disappoints! This is my third purchase and each one has been outstanding.

  100. Asha Bhatt says:

    My Rajasthani friends confirmed this is authentic regional craftsmanship. Genuine article!

  101. Rekha Pillai says:

    Absolutely recommend. Fast delivery, perfect product, meaningful purchase supporting artisans.

  102. Bala Krishnan says:

    Bought this for my new office. It brings such a positive energy to the workspace.

  103. Susheela Pandit says:

    Bought this as a wedding gift. The couple absolutely loved it. Got many compliments at the ceremony.

  104. Pooja Malhotra says:

    Perfect gift for my parents’ anniversary. They hung it prominently in their home with great pride.

  105. Alka Bhattacharya says:

    My in-laws visited and immediately asked where to buy one for themselves. That says everything.

  106. Harish Shetty says:

    The grain in the wood is just beautiful — you can’t get this from a machine-made product.

  107. Tarun Bhatia says:

    My interior designer was impressed when she saw this. She said it would cost 3x more in a boutique.

  108. Geeta Pandey says:

    The artisan’s name card inside the package was a lovely touch. Makes the gifting experience special.

  109. Sudhir Saxena says:

    The Bholu is even more beautiful in person than in the photos. Highly recommend!

  110. Aruna Joshi says:

    Beautiful piece of art. You can really tell it was made by skilled artisans from Rajasthan.

  111. Tarun Bhatia says:

    The matte finish is elegant and doesn’t show dust easily. Practical and beautiful.

  112. Vinayak Rao says:

    The artisan’s name card inside the package was a lovely touch. Makes the gifting experience special.

  113. Ashok Pawar says:

    Beautiful piece of art. You can really tell it was made by skilled artisans from Rajasthan.

  114. Sadhana Pillai says:

    Shipped quickly, packed carefully, and the product is exactly as shown. Very happy with this purchase.

  115. Sarita Joshi says:

    Perfect size for my mantelpiece. Has become the focal point of the room. Excellent purchase.

  116. Chitra Nambiar says:

    Perfect gift for my parents’ anniversary. They hung it prominently in their home with great pride.

  117. Abhijit Bose says:

    I appreciate that Premloom supports traditional craftsmen. The quality speaks for itself.

  118. Nirmala Singh says:

    Ordered for corporate gifting. Our clients were thoroughly impressed. Will definitely order again.

  119. Nirmala Singh says:

    Perfect size for my mantelpiece. Has become the focal point of the room. Excellent purchase.

  120. Prabhu Yadav says:

    I love supporting Indian handicrafts. This piece is a beautiful reminder of our rich cultural heritage.

  121. Vishal Gupta says:

    Ordered as an anniversary gift. My wife was absolutely delighted. Thank you Premloom!

  122. Renu Choudhary says:

    Absolutely love this Bholu! The craftsmanship is exceptional and it looks stunning in my living room.

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Babla Wood Carving

Handcrafted in Udaipur, Rajasthan

Material

Babla wood (Acacia nilotica), natural lacquer finish

The craft: Babla wood is chosen for its hardness and fine grain — ideal for capturing the curves of a sitar neck or the roundness of a tabla. Craftsmen rough-cut with a hand saw, then spend hours with progressively finer chisels to achieve delicate musical detail.

The People Behind It

The musician figurine tradition in Udaipur dates back to royal court commissions. Today, artisan families like the Joshis continue this lineage, training their children in the same workshop where their grandparents worked. Each figurine is a portrait of Rajasthani musical culture.

12+

Artisan families

500+

Happy customers

500 yrs

Craft tradition

Every Premloom piece is made to order or in small batches — never mass produced. A named artisan family in Udaipur benefits directly from your purchase.

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