{"title":"The Bombay Ballad","description":"\u003cp\u003eBombay has always been a city shaped by water. Long before its iconic skyline emerged, its natural harbour connected India to the world, transforming the city into one of Asia's most significant maritime gateways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bombay Ballad Collection celebrates this extraordinary maritime legacy through an original interpretation of the historic Toile de Jouy tradition. Inspired by the elegance of eighteenth-century Delftware and toile illustration, the illustrations are rendered in Bombay Gothic's signature maroon against powder-blue nautical stripes, which weave together Ballard Estate's architecture, Bombay's harbour, tropical landscapes and seafaring history into timeless objects for everyday living.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this collection is Ballard Estate — a neighbourhood created through the reclamation of land from the sea in the early twentieth century and planned as the commercial gateway to the city. Its Edwardian and Neo-Classical buildings, including the Mackinnon Mackenzie Building, Darabshaw House, the Grand Hotel, the Port Trust precinct and the Port War Memorial, become part of an expansive illustrated landscape that celebrates Bombay's maritime identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips, docks, lighthouses, tropical trees, sea birds and harbour vistas are woven together with architecture, reflecting the city's enduring relationship with trade, navigation and global exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-lamp-and-palm-mug","title":"The Lamp \u0026 Palm Mug","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom Bombay Gothic's Bombay Ballad collection, this 350 ml vacuum-insulated travel mug celebrates Ballard Bunder—one of the city's historic waterfront landmarks framed by palms and distinctive architectural details. The soft powder-blue and white stripes create a breezy, coastal Bombay feel, while the detailed illustration in deep burgundy gives the mug its nostalgic, hand-drawn character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of \u003cstrong\u003eThe Bombay Ballad\u003c\/strong\u003e — a maritime toile inspired by the city that grew from the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BombayGothic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52719322857754,"sku":"BG-TBB-MUG-001","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0890\/6096\/6682\/files\/bombay-ballad-08.png?v=1787159852"},{"product_id":"portside-cup-and-saucer","title":"Portside Cup and Saucer (Set of 2)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe illustration draws inspiration from the Prongs Lighthouse, one of the historic navigational landmarks that guided ships into Bombay Harbour. The design captures a moment when the sea was central to Bombay's identity: ships arriving, docks taking shape, and the waterfront becoming the gateway through which people, goods and cultures entered the city. The surrounding radial pattern echoes waves, navigation and the expanding reach of the harbour, giving the cup a distinctly nautical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of \u003cstrong\u003eThe Bombay Ballad\u003c\/strong\u003e — a maritime toile inspired by the city that grew from the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BombayGothic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52719323808026,"sku":"BG-TBB-CUP-001","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0890\/6096\/6682\/files\/bombay-ballad-04.png?v=1787159883"},{"product_id":"the-bombay-tide-glasses","title":"The Bombay Tide Glasses (Set of 2)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bombay Tide Glasses celebrate the city's enduring relationship with the sea. The glasses feature translucent powder-blue vertical stripes, reminiscent of the shifting blues of the Arabian Sea, while a vintage red coastal illustration wraps around the base — bringing together a lighthouse, palms and a nostalgic waterfront landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design feels like a postcard from Bombay's shoreline — a city watching ships arrive, its palms moving in the sea breeze, and its lighthouses guiding vessels home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of \u003cstrong\u003eThe Bombay Ballad\u003c\/strong\u003e — a maritime toile inspired by the city that grew from the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BombayGothic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52719324823834,"sku":"BG-TBB-GLS-001","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0890\/6096\/6682\/files\/bombay-ballad-02.png?v=1787159911"},{"product_id":"ballard-bunder-plates","title":"Ballard Bunder Plates (Set of 2)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned to be appreciated as both functional tableware and collectible art, the pair brings a little piece of Bombay's maritime memory to the everyday table. This set of two bone china heritage plates brings together two evocative Bombay landmarks: the historic Ballard Bunder Gatehouse, the 1920 gateway associated with Ballard Pier and Bombay's maritime past, and the Port Trust War Memorial built in 1919 commemorating Bombay Port Trust's role during World War I and the employees who lost their lives in the conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of \u003cstrong\u003eThe Bombay Ballad\u003c\/strong\u003e — a maritime toile inspired by the city that grew from the sea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BombayGothic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52719325741338,"sku":"BG-TBB-PLT-001","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0890\/6096\/6682\/files\/bombay-ballad-07.png?v=1787159939"},{"product_id":"the-bombay-ballad-umbrella","title":"Umbrella","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn ode to Bombay's maritime heritage, this illustrated umbrella brings together lighthouses, sailing ships, tropical palms and coastal landscapes in an intricate terracotta-red Delftware style. Set against soft powder-blue stripes, the canopy transforms a functional everyday accessory into a storytelling piece inspired by the city's rich port history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 60\" golf canopy — water repellent, strongly built, and wide enough for two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCare\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening \u0026amp; closing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open and close gently. Never force the mechanism if it feels stuck; carefully adjust or gently shake the canopy to release it.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfter use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always allow the umbrella to dry completely while open in a well-ventilated area before folding it away. This helps protect the fabric and prevent mould or mildew.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e For light dust or dirt, gently shake the umbrella or wipe the canopy with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid harsh detergents, abrasive cleaners or scrubbing, as these may affect the printed artwork.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWind \u0026amp; weather:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for everyday use and monsoons, but not intended for cyclonic weather or strong harsh winds. Hold it securely and avoid using it when conditions are harsh, as strong gusts may damage the frame or canopy.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once completely dry, fold and store in a cool, dry place, preferably in its protective sleeve or cover. 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