About Us

 

        Welcome to Purathanam!! Our Indian Vintage E-commerce Website is the ultimate destination for vintage and antique lovers! We are here to help you discover the stories behind the pieces you love and develop a lifelong passion for all things beautiful.

          Purathanam is a passion-driven startup founded in 2019 by Priya Joseph. She believes that decorating our homes with unique and historic artefacts not only adds character but also speaks of our personalities. We are passionate about preserving and promoting Indian heritage, and we believe that vintage and antique items are a beautiful way to connect with the past. Each item in our collection has a unique story to tell, and we take great pride in sharing these stories with you. Our aim is to make the joy of owning a piece of history accessible to everyone.

          We have curated a collection of original Oleograph prints from popular Indian artists like Ravi Varma, Vasudeo H. Pandya, M. V. Durandhar, C.G. Ramanujam, G. V. Venkateshwar Rao and many unknown artists. We also have sculptures and many other artefacts made of wood, brass, copper, and bronze.

         One of our customers once described their experience with our artwork as if the art pieces chose them, rather than the other way around. You are passionate about art. So are we. Our carefully curated collection has now grown into an online gallery that connects people with their favourite artists, artworks, and the stories behind them. That's why our focus is on high-quality original Oleograph and lithograph prints, sculptures and more. Our focus on connecting people with the artists they love and the stories behind the artwork allows us to bring a touch of tradition and nostalgia to your spaces.

         We're grateful to our customers for believing in us when we started Purathanam, and we consider them the real pillars of our company. We're proud of our carefully curated collection, which has grown into an online gallery that connects people with their favorite artists and artworks. Our repeated customers and their wonderful testimonies are proof of our commitment to quality, genuineness, and authenticity. Since the inception in 2019, Purathanam has done business with customers from over 50 cities across the world.

         Thank you for visiting our website - we hope you enjoy browsing through our collection of vintage and antique treasures. We look forward to serving you and helping you bring a piece of India's rich cultural heritage into your life.


Authenticity:
At Purathanam, we are committed to authenticity and quality. We carefully choose our products from authentic collectors and people who are in this business for generations.

Quality and Transparency:
At Purathanam, we never compromise on the quality of our products. Our product pictures are the backbone of our online business, and we display every inch of our products, including any visible scratches, chips, or creases, to give our customers a full and accurate understanding of the product they're purchasing.

Service:
We believe that customer satisfaction is paramount. We strive to provide excellent customer service, and we are always available to answer any questions you may have about our products or the ordering process. We believe that providing excellent customer service is just as important as the quality of our products. Our goal is to ensure that our customers receive their products safely and securely, and we take pride in providing the best service possible. We are dedicated to ensuring that every customer receives the best possible service from the moment they discover our collection to the safe and sound delivery of their purchase.


Our Logo:

 

 

The connection between Kamadhenu and purathanam is inseparable, Kamadhenu was our first order in Purathanam. So we believe Purathanam has born out of kamadhenu and hence she becomes the mother to Purathanam. That’s how Kamadhenu became our logo.

 

 

Priya Joseph, Founder

         After completing her bachelor's degree in psychology and working for over a decade in administration and project monitoring and control for various engineering companies, Priya Joseph's interest in the arts emerged following an accident that debilitated her lower back. She was forced to quit her job and spent a year bedridden, regaining the strength to sit up for only a few minutes at a time. During this time, she tried her hand at painting, gardening, and spent time reading and learning history.

        After marrying her long-time love and moving to Mumbai, Priya discovered the world of vintage and antiques while helping her friends and a few designers source vintage props. She found a lack of good sources online for people across the country to appreciate the value of such items, and even if there were a source to buy vintage online, the history and art behind the value of such items were seldom discussed or even known by the sellers.

         Priya's growing interest in vintage and antique items led her to connect with various collectors of art and vintage items across the country, and she decided to create Purathanam. This venture is now Priya Joseph's brainchild, with history and art at the forefront, along with the beauty of each product. She curates the pieces, does the research, and writes about them for customers and followers to enjoy learning about. With time and steady effort, she has overcome her pain to create a space where form meets function and both meet history.