Welcome to The Blue Trunk!
I’m Ujval Anand, founder and curator.
What began as a personal passion for collecting has grown into The Blue Trunk, a collection of Indian vintage art, ritual objects, masks, wooden carvings and other cultural finds. Over the years, travel and encounters with collectors, families and artisans have shaped the way I discover and curate these pieces.
At our gallery in Aarey, Mumbai, an old blue trunk remains a symbol of the journey that started it all. Through this website, I’m delighted to share these discoveries with collectors and curious minds, wherever they may be.
I invite you to explore the collection and discover something that speaks to you.
Ujval Anand
Founder & Curator
This small vintage wooden Hanuman mask, likely from Odisha, is a charming example of traditional folk craftsmanship meant for home ritual decor. Hand-carved in wood and painted in bright, expressive colours, it carries the warmth and personality of an object that once lived in a devotional corner of someone’s home.
Every detail — from the bold outlines to the delicate highlights — has been painstakingly hand-painted, giving the mask a lively and energetic presence. The colours remain wonderfully vibrant for its age, and the features of Hanuman are rendered with the typical stylised flair seen in Eastern Indian folk traditions.
Because of its compact size, this mask would have likely been used in domestic shrines or as a protective, auspicious symbol within the home. Today, it continues to hold that intimate charm.
Mounted on a custom display stand, the piece is museum-ready and easy to place on a shelf, console, or part of a curated arrangement. The stand adds stability while letting the mask be appreciated as a sculptural art object.
A beautiful find for collectors of Indian folk art, Hanuman iconography, and vintage ritual artifacts, especially those who appreciate pieces that are both visually striking and deeply rooted in everyday cultural practice.
Wipe the piece with a soft, dry cloth. Do not expose it to direct sunlight, dampness, heat or cold.
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