{"product_id":"brass-kerala-kavara-lamp-three-branch-17-inch","title":"Brass Kerala Kavara Lamp (Three Branch) – 17 Inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eNo Kerala home is complete without a vilakku. This traditional brass lamp is lit every evening, and it is also the lamp used to formally open weddings, events and new businesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis brass Kerala lamp measures about 17 inch and weighs around 10.8 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in brass, the alloy of copper and zinc that has been used for pooja ware in India for centuries, this piece is durable and develops a warm patina with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 17 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 10.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e BRPJ17PMKKV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere to keep it and how to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLight it at dusk with gingelly oil or ghee and cotton wicks, placed facing east. It is also lit for griha pravesh, Vishu and Onam, and for inaugurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe it with a soft dry cloth after use. To bring back the shine, rub with lemon and salt or tamarind paste, rinse and dry fully. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners on painted or stone-set areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat oil is used in a nilavilakku?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGingelly (sesame) oil is most common, and ghee is also used. Use cotton wicks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many wicks should be lit in a Kerala lamp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo wicks facing east and west are common for daily lighting, and five wicks for special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes brass turn black over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrass naturally darkens with exposure to air and oil. A rub with lemon and salt or tamarind paste brings the shine back, and many people prefer the antique look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the size of this Kerala lamp?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is approximately 17 inch and weighs around 10.8 kg. Actual size can vary slightly from piece to piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poduvals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46321972641971,"sku":"BRPJ17PMKKV","price":37300.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/3619\/8579\/files\/kerala-kavara-lamp-17-1.jpg?v=1793274699","url":"https:\/\/www.poduvals.com\/products\/brass-kerala-kavara-lamp-three-branch-17-inch","provider":"Poduvals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}