• The Dholak Heirloom Minaudière
  • The Dholak Heirloom Minaudière
  • The Dholak Heirloom Minaudière
  • The Dholak Heirloom Minaudière
  • The Dholak Heirloom Minaudière

The Dholak Heirloom Minaudière

The Dholak Heirloom Minaudière

$245
$245
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  • Dispatches in 4–6 Weeks
  • Tracked Shipping
  • 14-day Easy Returns

A sculptural evening minaudière inspired by the dholak drum. Hand-embossed in solid brass and finished over 22 days in 7 stages of craft. Carry it by the rigid top handle or wear it with the detachable chain.

Product Details

Craftsmanship
Hand-embossed (Nakshi) with intricate floral motifs. The cylindrical form is achieved by rolling a single sheet of brass a technique requiring immense precision to keep perfectly round.
Composition
Solid Brass Alloy with a soft antique-gold finish.
Shape
Traditional Cylindrical "Barrel" or "Dholak" silhouette.
Dimensions
Length: 7.0" | Diameter: 3.5"
Capacity
Designed for evening essentials: lipstick, cardholder, keys, and a compact. Due to the sculptural cylindrical silhouette, phones do not fit.
Weight
6.5 oz (Substantial and balanced).
Versatility
Dual-wear design. Carry it by the rigid brass top handle for a royal look, or use the detachable gold chain for a hands-free shoulder drape.
Closure
Secure hinge opening with a vintage pin-latch mechanism.

Care

This piece is a solid brass construct. The antique finish is designed to age beautifully. To clean, simply wipe with a soft dry cloth. Do not use liquid cleaners, as they may damage the lacquer in the crevices of the embossing. Store in the Gullye dust bag.

Shipping & Returns

Pre-order

  • This piece is crafted after purchase. Estimated dispatch is 4–6 weeks.

Shipping

  • Once dispatched, U.S. delivery typically 2–7 days (FedEx Ground).
  • Tracking is emailed at dispatch.

Returns

  • Returns accepted within 14 days of delivery on unused items in original packaging.

FAQs

What does it fit ?

Designed for evening essentials: lipstick, cardholder, keys, and a compact. Due to the sculptural cylindrical silhouette, phones do not fit.

Can I wear it as a shoulder bag or only top-handle?

Both. The Dholak has a dual-wear design - carry it by the rigid brass top handle for a structured, royal look or attach the detachable gold chain for a hands-free shoulder drape.

What are the tassels on the sides?

The side tassels are a direct nod to the tuning ropes of a real dholak drum - they add movement and grace as you walk. They are hand-finished and part of what makes this bag feel alive. Store in your Gullye dust bag to keep them from tangling.

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The Story Behind

  • The Heartbeat of the Wedding.

    In India, no celebration is complete without the "Dholak" the drum that sets the rhythm for the Sangeet nights and wedding songs. It is the sound of joy.

    Master Artisan Vereen translates this sound into metal. Creating this "perfect cylinder" is one of the most difficult tasks in the workshop. Unlike flat bags, the brass sheet must be hand-rolled and hammered into a curve without cracking or denting the intricate flower patterns embossed upon it.

    It takes 22 days to complete a single Dholak bag. The side tassels are a nod to the tuning ropes of the real drum, adding movement and grace as you walk. When you carry this, you carry the spirit of festivity.

    "Life has a rhythm. Carry it with you."