Village Kondapalli Bommalu- 8 X 16.5 Inches | Kolu Bommai/Golu Doll/ Wood Sculpture For Navaratri Golu Display

"Handmade Wooden Village Set - Bring Home the Rustic Charm"

♦ Sometimes referred to as Wooden toy house, traditional wooden dolls, Kondapalli wooden sculpture, rural model toy, Kondapalli toy, wooden home decor.

♦ Origins:

Hailing from the Andhra Pradesh, India, village of Kondapalli, this beautiful wooden toy is a perfect example of the Kondapalli toy tradition. This 400-year-old skill, has its origins in the Rishi Muktharishi, who instructed the local craftspeople in it. These artisans, known as "Aryakhastriyas," create elaborate wooden sculptures out of the soft Tella Poniki wood that comes from the neighboring Kondapalli Hills.

♦ Wooden dolls from Kondapalli are an integral component of holiday displays such Bommai Golu during Navaratri, and they are cherished in South Indian families. Additionally, these toys are recognized under the GI (Geographical Indication) label, which emphasizes their cultural value and genuineness.

♦ This wood sculpture of a classic village house has a variety of uses, including bringing out the beauty of ethnic home design, teaching kids about rural Indian life, and contributing to religious and holiday displays. Additionally, these toys can be employed as unusual gifts, for storytelling, or in educational activities.

♦ Preservation:

Keep this wooden toy in a cool, dry area, away from moisture and direct sunlight, to preserve its appeal. Using a soft dry cloth, wipe gently. To protect its painted features and structure, avoid exposure to water or harsh cleaning chemicals.

♦ In Navaratri Golu and Sankranti Bommala Koluvu setups, where various Kondapalli figurines are displayed to depict village scenes and divine stories, these wooden dolls are frequently utilized. Although not specifically addressed to any particular deity, they symbolically represent rural harmony and dharmic living, in accordance with the values of gods like Lord Krishna and Goddess Durga.

♦ Each wooden sculpture in the Kondapalli tradition depicts aspects of rural life—farms, bullock carts, village homes—that reflect harmony with nature and a spiritually grounded way of life handed down through the ages, even if not explicitly related to a mythological narrative.

"Purchase a piece of India's rich cultural legacy right now! This wooden toy represents a story, a custom, and a timeless treasure from Kondapalli's spirit rather than just an ornament."