Crawling Krishna Murti Clay Golu Bommai - 5.5 x 4 Inches | Giri Golu Doll/ Navaratri Golu Bommai/ Gombe
"Traditional Wooden Kondapalli Golu Toy with the Graceful Charm of Crawling Krishna."
♦ With the Crawling Krishna Golu Toy—also known as Balakrishna wooden toy, Kondapalli tiy, wooden sculpture, or Krishna crawling idol wooden dolls—you can bring home a symbol of a divine childhood. This handcrafted work of art honors devotion, skill, and culture.
♦ The Kondapalli way, a well-known art style with its roots in the Andhra Pradesh village of Kondapalli, is used to make this wooden toy. These wooden dolls, which are known to be a GI-tagged heritage craft, have a long history of more than 400 years. It is thought that craftsmen who came from Rajasthan during the Reddy dynasty's rule brought them.
♦ Origins:
The soft wood used to make the Kondapalli wooden dolls, particularly the Crawling Krishna, is called Tella Poniki and is indigenous to the area. Kondapalli toys are rooted in a history of temple art and narrative, where each piece represents epics, gods, or rural existence. The Bhagavata Purana, revered for its butter thefts and innocent charm, portrays the Leelas (divine plays) through the figure of baby Krishna, who is seen here.
♦ Kondapalli wooden dolls are highly valued in Telugu families and throughout South India. They have established themselves as a mainstay of Navaratri Golu displays, and this wooden depiction of Crawling Krishna continues to be a cherished focal point. Particularly during Krishna Janmashtami and Navaratri festivities, it represents purity, innocence, and divine joy.
♦ Ideal for party favors and decorations:
This wooden toy is ideal for Navaratri Golu, prayer shelves, sacred locations, and gift-giving because it has both spiritual and aesthetic significance. Additionally, it's a fascinating option for kids' bedrooms, combining cultural learning with holy symbolism.
♦ Guidelines for Storage and Preservation:
To keep its complex features and vivid finish:
1. Avoid dampness and direct sunshine.
2. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean.
3. During the off-season, keep the wrapped product in bubble wrap or cotton.
♦ As a work of wooden sculpture and art collectible, the figure stands out due to its well-balanced composition and lovely details.
♦ This toy depicts Lord Krishna as Balakrishna, honoring his childhood games, particularly the well-known "Navanita Chora" (butter thief) story, which inspires sentiments of love and devotion. The infant form of Krishna, who is worshipped as Vishnu's eighth avatar, is frequently placed in homes to provide joy, defense, and fortune.
♦ Have a timeless wooden doll that combines art, tradition, and spirituality, rather than just a toy. More than a decorative item, the Crawling Krishna Golu Toy is an heirloom of devotion and skill.
"Order now and celebrate Indian tradition with a hint of heavenly mischief!"