Inspired by the graceful jharokhas of Indian palaces and havelis, this brass bookmark brings a touch of heritage to every page. Intricately detailed and finely crafted, it is a beautiful keepsake for readers who love architecture, history, and timeless design. A thoughtful gift for book lovers and admirers of India-inspired craftsmanship.
Quantity - 1 pc
Made in India from the finest recyclable brass metal.
Golden brass color finish
Precise, intricately cut designs in our signature style, without sharp edges.
High-quality electroplating and lacquer for long-lasting protection and shine.
Attached with a golden colored tassel encased in a brass cap.
A complimentary envelope for gifting.
Dimensions: 10.00 x 4.30 cms
What is a Jharokha?
A Jharokha is a traditional Indian overhanging window or balcony, often seen in old palaces, forts, havelis and heritage homes. It usually projects out from the wall of a building and is beautifully framed with arches, carved pillars, ornamental brackets, jaali work and sometimes a small domed canopy.
More than just a window, the jharokha was an elegant architectural feature that allowed people inside to look out onto courtyards, streets or gardens, while still enjoying a sense of privacy. In many historic homes and palaces, especially in Rajasthan, Gujarat and parts of North India, jharokhas were designed to bring in light, air and beauty, while also creating a graceful connection between the inner and outer world.
Over time, the jharokha became a symbol of Indian heritage architecture. Its form carries the romance of old havelis, royal courts, carved sandstone façades and quiet palace windows. Each jharokha tells a story of craftsmanship, proportion and detail, where architecture was not only functional but deeply decorative and expressive.
This brass bookmark is inspired by the timeless beauty of the jharokha. Its intricate lines, arches and ornamental details echo the elegance of India’s old palaces and heritage homes, making it a meaningful keepsake for readers, travellers, architecture lovers and admirers of India-inspired design.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 1906 reviews.
It was a parting gift for my senior, he said and I quote ^ That's a lovely bookmark. I have already started to use it in the book being read^
So its a wonderful purchase and thank you for expediting the delivery
It’s a feeling of amazement with so much happiness of our friendship bond becoming even stronger with this bookmark which reminds me always when I take a book to read.
The bookmark is one of its kind. I'm a lover of bookmarks and I'm just soo happy to add it to my collection. Alongwith the bookmark, there's a card which has the poem printed on it.. just reminded me of school days when I first read this poem.. Thankeww soo much for this lovely bookmark and also for the little journal with 'Delhi' cover.. loved it..
I loved the finish of the products from Anand Prakash. The options for unique gifting, the exclusive feel, and the thoughtfully provided envelopes complemented the order beautifully.
The products were delivered even before timeline at peak festive time. They were also decently priced.
A welcome note and complimentary gift completed the order, and online purchase experience.
Elegant Brass Piece – Perfect Desk Display😊
I purchased the golden NATO Alphabets bookmark from Anand Prakash. The intricate brass craft and finish are exceptional! Instead of a standard bookmark, I had it mounted vertically on a piece of seasoned Jackfruit wood (Panasa) to create a custom reference plaque for my desk. The golden brass cutout against the natural wood grain looks absolutely stunning. Truly a exquisite piece of craftsmanship. Thank you!
I love how intricate the details are. It’s beautiful and the quality is supreme. I especially loved the packaging along with the thoughtful freebies. <3