A Fragrance That Lasts Forever : Unique Antique Attar Box

When you walk into any big mall, you will find stores selling a variety of luxury perfumes and sales folks insisting you try out their samplers. Open any social media app nowadays and you see so many brands of perfumes with fancy names and attractive packaging allowing you to buy one at the click of […]

Antique Brass Tiffin Carrier – Stories Wrapped In A Warm Box

A tiffin carrier might sound very simple and nothing too extraordinary, but in reality, it holds far more than just food; it carries memories, emotions, and a sense of comfort that is passed on. Whether it’s the nostalgia of school lunch breaks or the routine of meals at work, the tiffin becomes a symbol of […]

Whispers of Smoke: Enchanting Legacy Of The Dhoop Dhaan

The Dhoop Dhaan is a traditional incense burner, a simple yet meaningful object that has been a part of cultural practices for many years. The purpose of this item might be clear to anyone familiar with incense rituals, but what truly stands out is how it combines function with a quiet sense of beauty. The […]

Beautiful Antique Brass Thatte Idli Patra: My Prized Possession!

Have you ever had thatte idli? Idlis come in various forms – standard idli, rawa idli, button idli, kotte idli and more. I enjoy eating thatte idli whenever I’m in Bangalore. I always wanted to have an antique thatte idli patra in my collection and finally found it. This lovely antique that you see is […]

STOR-REAL CONNECTIONS – A Morning of Beautiful Storytelling

When was the last time you heard a story? Or when was the last time you shared a story? No matter old or young, we all have stories to tell, don’t we? Some we choose to share and some we keep within. And when enthusiastic story-tellers and listeners gather, magic happens!    On 06 July 2025, […]

A New Chapter: Internship At YK Antiques

At 20, navigating my life after college, confused about my future, and deciding to keep myself busy, I had to find an internship somewhere, get experience, and keep me occupied. But how does one land into internship nowadays? Yes, there are multiple online portals offering many internship opportunities. But sometimes the process itself can get […]

The Living Tradition: An Evening of Oggu Katha at YK Antiques

On the evening of June 1, 2025, we at YK Antiques opened our doors to the stirring sounds and heartwarming tales of oggu katha, a traditional folk art form of Telangana. The team at YK Antiques Home Museum wanted to bring something unique this time around, something that represents Telangana’s rich culture, given our location […]

Yoga and Traditions: Living a Simple and Mindful life

My day often unfolds in the quiet habits that bring meaning to routine, not the rushed or scheduled routines, but the silent, unassuming moments where yoga truly lives. Yoga doesn’t always take the form of a perfectly held pose on a mat. Sometimes, it’s in the slow, steady pouring of water from a brass pot. […]