Presently Ganesh festival is celebrated with pomp, competition in magnitude on the size of Ganesh idol, the pandal, the music and the feasting on Prasadam. Big money flows backed by influential people of the society. It is common to see that almost every street in most of the towns and cities a pandal is erected […]
“…That’s why we have the Museum, Matty, to remind us of how we came, and why” – Lois Lowry From grand time capsules to silent storytellers, museums are testaments to India’s historical and cultural journey. Within their walls lie the artifacts of cultural evolution, traditional values, and the birth of groundbreaking ideas. They weave a […]
Introducing children to antiques, history, and museum visits at an early stage nurtures their natural curiosity – Article by Jennie Kakkad Jobanputra In the hustle and bustle of our modern world saturated with technological advancements and fast-paced living, the past conceals. No time for memories, no time for family, no time for antiques. But don’t […]
An artist’s unforgettable journey through the sands of time “We have to know the past to understand the future” – Carl Sagan Nestled amidst the lush landscapes of Tamil Nadu, Keeladi is a testimony to India’s rich and complex ancient past. It has been a captivating window into the lives, culture, and civilization that thrived […]
When YK Antiques Home Museum visited MAP, Bangalore “Real museums are places where time is transformed into space” – Orhan Pamuk A modern museum showcasing the “visible and invisible”, MAP (or the Museum of Art and Photography) Bangalore, is hinged on collecting and curating items of association, awareness, and experiences from mundane to theatrical and […]
Braiding the history of combs and detanglers Most of our summer vacations would be in the courtyard next to the kitchen where our grandmothers would apply their homemade magical hair oil, scented and soothing. Then comes the ritual of untangling the ends, and brushing the hair that followed an interesting story from the pages of […]
Palavelli, bilva patram and its importance in the Ganesh puja Vakratunda MahakaayaSuryakoti SamaprabhaNirvighnam Kuru Mey DevaSarva Kaaryeshu Sarvada A broken tusk and round belly. A tray of sweets and a tiny mouse. With a crown on his head, a lotus in one arm, and Ankusam in another, Lord Vigneshwara is one of the most distinguished […]
Unique Indian museums you might want to explore “Small acts multiplied with people can transform the world.” – Howard Zinn Museums serve as grand storehouses of curiosity with trails of heritage dating back to thebeginning of time itself. They have been shapeshifters, silent spectators and at times first-handwitnesses of the drastic tides in world history. […]
14 pits, 146 encounters and innumerable memories Her pullankuzi box was the star celebrity of our afternoon games at home. Sparkling in antique gold, it sat comfortably on the top shelf next to my grandma’s bed, and to play with it needed a lot of hard work to please her. We would do everything […]
“A recipe book again! So what’s new about it? There are a whole bunch of blogs on Telugu cuisine which vie with each other to be the early firsts on a google search. Akka cheti vanta is yet again one such attempt in print ?” These might be a reader’s thoughts when one comes across […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
