Stone Craft · Since 1998
STONE
Since 1998
Auro Balan Stones · Est. 1998

Hand-carved stone sculptures shaped by tradition.

Every piece begins as raw stone and is handcrafted into sculpture, shaped by hand rather than mass-produced.

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Ravichandran · Master Carver
The Hands Behind the Craft

Shaping stone
since 1998

For more than two decades, Ravichandran has dedicated his life to the art of stone carving. Beginning his journey in 1998, he has completed numerous sculpture and architectural projects across India, creating works that combine traditional techniques with lasting durability.

Alongside him stands Iyappan, a skilled artisan and collaborator. Together, they carry forward the responsibility of designing, carving, and finishing each work personally. Every project is shaped by their experience, precision, and commitment.

Every sculpture is handcrafted, shaped by skilled hands and time.

Their creations serve temples, homes, public spaces, and architectural projects across India. Export work is undertaken when required.

26+ Years shaping stone by hand,
two craftsmen, one tradition.
Iyappan · Artisan & Collaborator
0+ Years of mastery
0+ Sculptures crafted
0+ States across India
0 Master artisans
Signature Work

The Granite
Pillar Tradition

One of Ravichandran's most recognized works is the single-stone granite pillar sculpture. Carved entirely from a single block of granite, the pillar rises in elegant form.

The Crown

Finely detailed
animal figures

At the crown of each pillar sits a finely carved animal or symbolic figure, such as a lion, horse, or deity, shaped with absolute precision from the same block of stone.

The Symbol

Strength,
tradition, craft.

Each pillar stands as a symbol of endurance and mastery. These works require patience, balance, and a deep understanding of stone behaviour, acquired only through decades of practice.

What We Create

Sculptures &
Stone Works

Every item is carved to client requirements, stone selection, and intended environment. No two pieces are alike.

01

Temple Pillars & Architectural Columns

02

Idols & Portrait Sculptures

03

Decorative Stone Panels

04

Granite Steps & Structural Elements

05

Stone Lamps & Traditional Lighting Forms

06

Washbasin Sinks & Custom Stone Furniture

07

Tables, Park Tables & Benches

08

Name Boards & Engraved Stone Signage

09

Custom Sculptural Commissions

Our Process

From stone
to sculpture

No shortcuts. Only the accumulated knowledge of decades, applied by hand.

Step 01

Stone Selection

Choosing the right granite or limestone block, evaluating grain, texture, and structural integrity for the intended form.

Step 02

Shaping

The block is shaped into its initial form, revealing the outer silhouette before detailing begins.

Step 03

Detailing

Precision hand-carving and artistic refinement, where the sculpture gains character, expression, and its final form.

Step 04

Finishing

Polishing, texture work, and final inspection. Every sculpture is reviewed before delivery or installation.

MEMORY
Philosophy
Stone carries memory.

Unlike modern materials, stone endures generations. Each sculpture created in our workshop is meant not just for today, but for decades to come, preserving culture, devotion, and artistry in permanent form. When you commission a piece, you receive a continuation of tradition.

Commission a Piece

Have an idea
or custom requirement?

We work closely with clients to transform concepts into handcrafted stone pieces, whether a temple pillar, a portrait bust, or a unique architectural element.

1998
Crafting since
Auro Balan Stones
Handcrafted in limestone & granite
Every piece shaped by hand. Since 1998.