{"product_id":"vintage-teak-seeder-candle-stand","title":"Large Vintage Teak Seeder Candle Stand","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex-1 flex flex-col px-4 max-w-3xl mx-auto w-full pt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"feed\" aria-label=\"Chat messages\" aria-describedby=\"_r_21c_\" aria-busy=\"false\" data-find-provider-scope=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-sizer-excess=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-index=\"117\" data-last-message=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"article\" aria-setsize=\"118\" aria-posinset=\"118\" aria-label=\"Message 118 of 118\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-test-render-count=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"contents\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-is-streaming=\"false\" class=\"group relative relative pb-[var(--msg-assistant-pb,0.75rem)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"font-claude-response relative leading-[1.65rem] [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:bg-bg-000\/50 [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:border-0.5 [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:border-border-400 [\u0026amp;_.ignore-pre-bg\u0026gt;div]:bg-transparent [\u0026amp;_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [\u0026amp;_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8 [\u0026amp;_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [\u0026amp;_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eA wonderfully characterful piece, this solid vintage teak candle stand began life as a traditional Indian hand-seeder — a tool once used by farmers to sow seeds into freshly tilled soil. It has since been thoughtfully adapted with a metal base to securely hold a candle, giving this genuine piece of agricultural history a beautiful new purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBringing it into a modern home:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRepurposed as a candle stand, this piece brings real depth and story to a tabletop, mantel, or shelf. Its sculptural, slightly irregular form makes it a striking base for a single pillar candle, with the fitted metal holder making it genuinely practical to use.  It looks equally beautiful grouped with other vintage objects for a layered, curated display. As each piece is a genuine vintage find, dimensions and carving detail will vary — no two are exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA brief history of the seeder:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-seeders like this one have a long history in Indian agriculture, with drill-sowing techniques — using a hollow wooden implement to deposit seed directly into the soil — practiced widely across the subcontinent for centuries, notably becoming commonplace across India by the 16th century, well ahead of similar tools reaching Europe. Farmers would walk the fields with tools like this, carefully depositing seed at regular intervals — a slow, skilled, and essential part of the planting season. Every mark and worn patch on this piece speaks to genuine years of use in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA note on teak:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTeak is prized for its durability and natural resistance to moisture, insects, and warping — part of why these pieces have held up so beautifully after years of genuine agricultural use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe with a soft, dry cloth to keep clean. Avoid placing in direct sun or damp areas, and apply a little teak or furniture oil occasionally to nourish the wood and help maintain its natural tone. The metal base may develop a light patina over time — simply wipe with a dry cloth to keep clean, and take care to avoid excess wax pooling directly on the timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs each piece is genuine vintage, dimensions and carving details will vary due to the nature of the original object — each one is one of a kind.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-action-bar=\"\" class=\"flex justify-start ml-0.5\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flow-root\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ml-1 mt-6 flex items-center transition-transform duration-300 ease-out\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-1 -translate-x-px\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox 25cm long x 8cm at widest \u0026amp; 10cm high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSourced from Rajasthan, India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade from solid teak and metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Haswani Handicrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53036658753843,"sku":"53036658753843","price":145.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/7125\/3043\/files\/CandleHolders-2.jpg?v=1784265755","url":"https:\/\/merchantcampbell.com.au\/products\/vintage-teak-seeder-candle-stand","provider":"MerchantCampbell","version":"1.0","type":"link"}