Antiques for all
Whether you are a seasoned collector or buying your first vintage piece, Zoonayo welcomes every budget and every level of interest.
Currently in the making
India's first antique bidding & sale platform
Zoonayo is being built to bring timeless treasures to everyone. From grandfather clocks and rare coins to temple idols and vintage cars, discover, bid on and own authentic antiques from anywhere in India.
- Live & timed auctions
- Expert-verified pieces
- Pan-India delivery
Launching soon
across India
What is Zoonayo
A trusted marketplace where history changes hands
For generations, buying a genuine antique in India meant knowing the right dealer in the right city. Zoonayo changes that. We are building a secure online auction house where collectors, first-time buyers and sellers meet on one transparent platform.
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List or discover
Sellers list their pieces with photos and history. Buyers browse curated collections by category, era and region.
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Verified by experts
Every lot is reviewed for authenticity, condition and provenance before it goes live on the auction floor.
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Bid with confidence
Live and timed auctions with clear reserve prices, real-time bid updates and fixed-price "Buy Now" options.
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Safe payment & delivery
Secure escrow-style payments and insured, carefully packed shipping to cities, towns and villages alike.
Collections
Everything old, everything treasured
If it carries a story, it has a home on Zoonayo. Here is a glimpse of what you will be able to buy, sell and bid on.
Clocks & Watches
Grandfather, wall, mantel and pocket watches
Household Antiques
Brass, copper, bell metal and kitchenware
Furniture
Teak, rosewood, colonial and Chettinad pieces
Stamps
Pre-independence, princely states, first-day covers
Vintage Cars & Bikes
Classic automobiles, scooters and motorcycles
Coins & Currency
Ancient, Mughal, British India and old notes
Pens & Writing
Fountain pens, inkwells and desk sets
Books & Manuscripts
First editions, palm-leaf scripts, maps
Idols
Bronze, panchaloha, wood and stone idols
Statues & Sculpture
Busts, figurines and decorative sculpture
Records, CDs & Audio
Gramophones, vinyl, cassettes and CDs
Paintings & Art
Tanjore, Company school, prints and posters
Lamps & Lighting
Kuthuvilakku, hurricane lamps, chandeliers
Cameras & Radios
Box cameras, valve radios, telephones
Jewellery & Textiles
Heirloom ornaments, silks and embroidery
And much more
Toys, tools, maps, signage and curios
The mind behind Zoonayo
Sridharan Nakkonda, a lifetime among antiques
Mr. Sridharan Nakkonda is an antiquarian and an established name in the Indian antiques trade, with over 15 years of experience in discovering, studying and bringing exceptional pieces of heritage to collectors and enthusiasts.
Driven by a deep love and passion for antiques, his journey has taken him across many nations, exploring different cultures, traditions and the craftsmanship that shaped their history. Over the years, this journey has given him a distinctive understanding of antiques, their origins, heritage, craftsmanship, authenticity and enduring value.
What began as a personal passion gradually grew into a larger vision: to make the world of antiques more accessible to everyone who appreciates their beauty, history and character.
With this vision, Sridharan Nakkonda began building Zoonayo, a platform that brings together genuine antiques, passionate collectors and trusted sellers, making it easier for people to discover, explore and own pieces of history.
Zoonayo is an extension of that journey, making the world of antiques more approachable, accessible and connected to everyone who shares a passion for heritage.
- 15+years in the antiques field
- Collectorwith a personal collection of his own
- Globaltravels across many countries to learn antique cultures
- No. 1among India's leading antique importers & sellers
- Expertise in authentication, dating and valuation of antiques
- Deep knowledge of Indian, European and Asian antique traditions
- Committed to preserving heritage and the craft of restoration
- Mentor to young collectors and a voice for ethical, legal trade
"Every antique is a conversation with the past. My dream is that anyone in India, whether in a metro or a small village, can be part of that conversation."
Sridharan Nakkonda, Founder
Our vision
To make antiques available for everyone
We believe heritage should not be locked away in a few showrooms. Our vision is to make buying and selling antiques simple, safe and reachable for every Indian, taking every treasure to even the nooks and corners of the country.
Every corner of India
From metros to small towns and remote villages, anyone with a phone can buy, sell and bid. Distance should never stand between you and a treasure.
Trust at every step
Verified sellers, authenticity checks and transparent bidding history, so every purchase is made with complete confidence.
Heritage preserved
Every piece that finds a new owner is a piece of history kept alive. We champion responsible, legal trade and care for our shared culture.
Built on trust
What you can expect at launch
Zoonayo is being engineered with the same care a collector gives a rare piece. Here is what we are building for you.
Bank-grade security
Encrypted connections, secure logins with OTP verification and protected personal data.
KYC-verified sellers
Every seller is identity-verified before listing, reducing fraud and fakes.
Fair, transparent auctions
Visible bid history, anti-sniping time extensions and clear reserve prices.
Insured doorstep delivery
Specialist packing and insured shipping, with tracking right to your door.
Be among the first
Join the Zoonayo waitlist
Register your interest as a buyer, seller or both. Waitlist members get early access to the first auctions, priority seller onboarding and launch-day updates.
- Early access to opening auctions
- Priority onboarding for founding sellers
- Updates on the categories you love
Questions
Frequently asked
When will Zoonayo launch?
Zoonayo is currently in the making. Join the waitlist and you will be the first to hear the launch date and get early access to the opening auctions.
How will you make sure antiques are genuine?
Every listing will be reviewed by our expert team, led by Sridharan Nakkonda's 15+ years of experience, for authenticity, age and condition. Sellers are KYC-verified and misrepresented items are covered by our buyer protection policy.
Can I sell my family antiques on Zoonayo?
Yes. Individuals, collectors and dealers can all sell. Register as a seller on the waitlist and our team will guide you through valuation, photography and listing.
Do you deliver to small towns and villages?
Absolutely. Reaching every corner of India is at the heart of our vision. We are partnering with specialist logistics providers for insured delivery across the country.
Are all antiques legal to trade?
Zoonayo will only allow items that can be legally bought and sold in India. Objects classified as protected antiquities under the Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972 will not be listed for sale.