Decorative Black Soapstone Sun and Flower Oil Burner Tabletop Accent

Sun and flower motifs carved into deep black soapstone, giving this oil burner a temple-art character that sits well in a pooja corner or an ethnic-styled living room. The top bowl takes water and essential oil, or sambrani for evening prayers, over a standard tea light. Entirely hand-cut and hand-polished by Indian artisans.

Key Features

• Hand-carved sun and flower motifs with fine detailing
• Deep black natural soapstone with a smooth polish
• Pierced carving that catches tea light glow
• Top bowl for essential oil, water or wax melts
• Heat-resistant stone suited to daily use
• Works equally as a sambrani, loban or dhoop burner

Product Details

• Material: Natural soapstone
• Colour: Black
• Craft: Hand-carved by Indian artisans
• Use: Essential oil diffuser, wax melt burner, sambrani or loban burner
• Finish: Smooth polished natural stone
• Dimensions: 10.16 x 10.16 x 12.70 cm (L x W x H) — approx. 4 x 4 x 5 inches
• Handcrafted in: India

How to Use & Style It

• In the pooja room for sambrani during morning or evening aarti
• On a living room shelf as an ethnic decor accent
• In a meditation space with sandalwood or camphor
• As a Diwali or Navratri table setting alongside diyas

Care & Maintenance

• Let the piece cool before cleaning
• Wipe the oil bowl with warm water and mild soap
• Clear ash and burnt-out tea light cups regularly
• Never leave an open flame unattended

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use this soapstone oil burner?

Pour a little water into the top bowl, add four to six drops of your favourite essential oil, and light a standard tea light in the chamber below. The gentle heat releases the fragrance within a few minutes - just keep topping up the water so the bowl never runs dry.

Is the sun and flower carving significant?

The sun and flower are long-standing motifs in Indian craft, associated with energy, light and auspicious beginnings, which is why pieces like this are often kept in a pooja corner or gifted at housewarmings.

Can I use it for sambrani, loban or dhoop instead of essential oil?

Yes, many homes use it exactly that way. For sambrani or loban, use the top bowl dry (no water) with a charcoal tablet or a dhoop cone, and let the burner cool completely before you clear out the ash.

Will the stone crack because of the heat?

Soapstone is naturally heat resistant, which is why it has been used for burners and cookware for generations. Use a single standard tea light as intended, keep the burner on a flat, heat-safe surface, and never leave a lit flame unattended.

Can I gift this for Diwali or a housewarming?

It works well for both. Handcrafted stone decor is a safe gifting choice across age groups and is often chosen for griha pravesh, Diwali hampers, wedding return gifts and office gifting.

Handcrafted in India from natural soapstone. As every piece is carved and polished by hand, slight variations in shade, veining and carving detail are natural and make your piece one of a kind.

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