Ganesh Murti Head With Kalash Paper Mache Golu Bommai - 15 X 5 Inches | Navaratri Golu Gombe/ Giri Golu Doll
• Auspicious Beginnings with Ganesh Murti Head with Kalash Golu Bommai
• Welcome divine blessings and sacred beginnings with this elegant Golu doll featuring Lord Ganesha’s head alongside a traditional Kalash—symbols of purity, prosperity, and protection.
• This intricately designed Golu bommai in paper mache reflects spiritual symbolism, combining Vighnaharta (the remover of obstacles) with the Kalash, which represents life-giving energy and divine presence.
• Perfect for your Navaratri steps, this Dassara dolls piece embodies auspiciousness and sanctity, ideal for invoking divine grace at the start of your Golu display.
• Place this Kolu bommai on your top tier or first step to mark sacred beginnings and bless your entire festival arrangement with harmony and positive energy.
• This unique Golu doll combines both Vedic and devotional symbolism, making it a meaningful centerpiece for homes that value spiritual depth and traditional elegance.
• A thoughtful addition to your Golu bommai collection, it can also be used for Vinayaka Chaturthi, housewarming, or any spiritual ceremony.
• Among your Dassara dolls, this divine pairing of Ganesh and Kalash brings peace, purity, and prosperity into your space.
• Available exclusively from Giri, alongside a wide range of Golu bommai, plastic steps, pooja accessories, and traditional Kolu bommai sets for Navaratri.
Symbolism & Significance
This Golu doll represents two highly sacred symbols in Hindu tradition: the Ganesh murti head, a reminder of divine intelligence and protection, and the Kalash, which signifies creation, abundance, and the womb of the universe. Together, they mark the spiritual start of all endeavors. The Ganesh head also reminds us of Lord Ganesha’s story—his rebirth, divine purpose, and role as the remover of obstacles. The Golu bommai becomes more than just a decorative piece—it is an invitation for Ganesha to preside over your home and heart.
Significance within Golu Tradition
In the sacred tradition of Kolu bommai, placing Ganesha on the first or top tier symbolizes the beginning of all auspicious things. Adding a Kalash alongside is a powerful Vedic gesture, marking sanctity, hospitality, and divine invitation. Including this unique Dassara dolls set enhances the spiritual grounding of your display, making every other step flow with divine order. This Golu doll is especially ideal for the opening of Navaratri, and its symbolism makes it a powerful teaching tool for children and elders alike.
Navaratri & Golu Display Context
• Navaratri celebrates the divine feminine through rituals, prayers, and the symbolic Golu display—an arrangement of Golu dolls over 3, 5, 7, or 9 steps.
• Each Kolu bommai represents gods, saints, daily life, and cosmic stories, transforming the home into a sacred storybook.
• Ganesha is always invoked first in any festival, and this Golu bommai merges that tradition with the Kalash, a Vedic symbol of completeness and life force.
• During Navaratri, families sing bhajans, invite guests, offer prasadam, and discuss the spiritual meanings of each Dassara dolls step.
• This special Golu doll can be the very beginning of that journey, initiating blessings and opening the path for all nine nights of devotion.
The Divine Legend – Ganesha’s Head and the Sacred Kalash
The story of Ganesha’s head is one of rebirth and divine purpose. Goddess Parvati created Ganesha from turmeric and posted him to guard her privacy. When Lord Shiva returned, Ganesha blocked his way, leading to a fierce battle where Shiva unknowingly severed the boy’s head. Realizing his mistake, Shiva replaced the head with that of a divine elephant, giving rise to Ganesha—the god of wisdom, protection, and new beginnings.
The Kalash has equally sacred origins. It is said to hold Amrita, the nectar of immortality, and is often used during pujas to invoke deities. It is filled with sacred water, mango leaves, and coconut, symbolizing the universe and the goddess within. Together in this Golu bommai, the Ganesh Murti and Kalash form a holistic symbol of divine creation and protection.
History of Golu – Where Devotion Meets Cultural Legacy
The Kolu bommai tradition finds its roots in the Vijayanagara Empire, where temples and palaces displayed dolls and icons during Navaratri.
• Over time, this custom passed to households across Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka, especially curated by women.
• Each Dassara dolls collection becomes a sacred act of devotion and storytelling, layered with philosophy, mythology, and tradition.
• Dolls like Ganesh with Kalash act as bridges between ancient Vedic practice and devotional folklore.
• This Golu doll thus becomes both a spiritual anchor and an heirloom-worthy expression of cultural pride.
Begin Your Navaratri Golu With Divine Blessings
Start your Golu bommai arrangement with this symbolic pairing of Ganesh and Kalash—a powerful Golu doll that sets a sacred tone for all nine nights. Among your Dassara dolls, this Kolu bommai brings balance, energy, and blessings for all auspicious beginnings.
