About us · Parampariyam means tradition
Keeping Thanjavur's crafts alive
We bring you handicrafts from Thanjavur and the towns around it, each protected by a Geographical Indication (GI) tag and made by hand using methods passed down through generations of artisans.
- GI-tagged crafts
- 5
- Pieces today
- 105
- Handmade
- 100%
- Certified paintings
- ISO
Our story
From the Chola capital to your home
Thanjavur, the old Chola capital, is home to some of India's most celebrated crafts: gold-leaf Tanjore paintings, embossed art plates, jackfruit-wood veenas, Nachiarkoil lamps and Thirubhuvanam silk.
Every piece is made in small numbers, so what you see on this site is what is available today. When a piece sells out, message us and we will ask the artisans about making a similar one.
Why parampariyam
What makes our pieces special
GI-tagged
Crafts recognised by the Government of India as belonging to their place of origin.
Handmade
Painted, carved, cast and woven by hand. No two pieces are exactly alike.
Certified paintings
Our Tanjore paintings come with an ISO-certified Certificate of Authenticity.
Small batches
Limited pieces made with care, not mass production. Anything sold out can be pre-ordered: made for you in 14–21 days.
Our crafts
Shop by Category
How it works
Ordering is simple
- 1
Browse
Pick a craft in Shop by Category, then choose the design and size you like.
- 2
Enquire on WhatsApp
Tap Enquire on the piece, so we know exactly which one you mean.
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We confirm & deliver
We confirm availability, price and delivery with you, then pack it with care.
Have a question about a piece?
Good for you, fortune for your family. We're happy to help.