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Classic Gajalaksmi Kamatchi Deepam Brass Statue - 16.5cm / 6.5-Inch

Classic Gajalaksmi Kamatchi Deepam Brass Statue - 16.5cm / 6.5-Inch

Regular price Rs. 2,415.00
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SKU : 14830

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Sri Swaminathan & Co · Kumbakonam Heritage
🐘🪷 பித்தளை கஜலக்ஷ்மி மாட விளக்கு விக்கிரகம் 🪷🐘
🐘🪷 గజలక్ష్మి దీపం ఇత్తడి పూజ విగ్రహం 🪷🐘
🐘🪷 गजलक्ष्मी दीप पीतल कलाकृति मूर्ति 🪷🐘
— Solid Brass · Divine Wealth Attracting Gajalaksmi Kamatchi Deepam —
1. Sacred Scriptural Significance & Cosmic Wealth Boon
Invite absolute spiritual brilliance, multi-generational wealth, and positive family progress into your household sanctuary with this premium solid brass Gajalaksmi Kamatchi Deepam. Hand-forged from high-grade pure brass by Sri Swaminathan & Co, this sacred deepam centers on the ancient iconographic form of Gajalaksmi—the cosmic goddess of royal fortune seated majestically upon a fully open lotus pedestal.
Flanking her crown point are two beautifully detailed, trunk-raised royal elephants (Gaja) performing sacred water bathing rituals (Abhishekam). Positioned right in front of this divine arch is a massive, deep oil reservoir bowl resting firmly upon three highly detailed artistic lion-style legs. Lighting this traditional Kumbakonam flame activates a powerful, cleansing protective field that drives away household anxieties, neutralizes financial stagnations, and establishes a profound atmosphere of peace and good fortune.

2. Technical Dimension Table
Physical Attribute Specification Metric Physical Attribute Specification Metric
Casting Origin Kumbakonam Heritage Lineage Product Depth 11.5 cm / 4.52 inches
Iconographic Form Gajalaksmi Seated within Circular Arch Surface Finish Raw Hand-Polished Antique Finish
Alloy Type High-Grade Pure Heavy Solid Brass Net Weight (Metric) Approx. 950 grams / 0.950 kg
Product True Height 16.5 cm / 6.49 inches (Base to Arch tip) Net Weight (Imperial) Approx. 2.09 lbs
Product Max Length 14.0 cm / 5.51 inches (Bowl edge to edge) Product Model SKU     14830

3. Ritual Compatibility & Easy Washable Metal Care
This authentic antique creation is 100% approved, fully washable, and engineered for active lifelong temple home rituals, morning water/milk abhishekam, and daily flame lighting.
Because this sacred lamp is cast entirely from traditional raw solid brass with no artificial chemical lacquers, synthetic clear coats, or modern paint formulas, it can safely interact with hot ghee, sesame oil, cotton wicks, milk, panchamrit, and camphor arati routines without any risk of peeling or scaling. Over generations of regular prayer cycles, the copper-rich body will naturally oxidize to develop a deep, beautiful temple patina. Maintaining the piece is completely simple: the brilliant golden highlights can easily be restored at any time before a family function by washing the metal lines using traditional tamarind paste, fresh lemon juice, or simple pitambari powder.

4. Cross-Cultural Looks & Detailed Architectural Layout
  • The Gajalaksmi Abhishekam Circle: Features Goddess Lakshmi elegantly detailed in the Padmasana stance holding lotus stalks, surrounded by a prominent circular openwork frame that captures two royal elephants pouring nectar from their trunks.
  • Deep Flared Anti-Spill Agal Bowl: The front oil container is sculpted with deep interior walls and a prominent pointed lip, designed to hold ample oil fuel while keeping cotton wicks perfectly aligned.
  • Intricate Border Geometric Tooling: The outer flat rim of the wide deepam container is hand-stamped with a continuous pattern of fine decorative notches, accentuating its traditional heritage look.
  • Triple Lion-Pedestal Feet: The entire heavy 950g structure is supported by three thick, stylized zoomorphic legs chiseled with royal lion motifs, lifting the heated lamp base safely away from delicate wooden mandir shelves or stone surfaces.
  • Authentic Hand-Rubbed Shading: Shaded expertly by our artisans to leave deep oxidation inside the background cutouts and jewelry recesses, contrasting against the polished golden peaks to project strong 3-dimensional outlines.

5. Architectural Placement & Domestic Vastu Harmony
Placement Layer Astrological Performance Matrix Vastu Layout Integration
Primary Altar Keynote Acts as the mandatory main deepam for Friday Lakshmi prayers, Deepavali timings, and family fasts Place inside the Northeast quadrant or the exact center step of your home mandir altar
Vastu Threshold Shield Eliminates erratic layout stresses and builds an auspicious boundary ring against bad vibes Light twin deepams facing East or North right at your entry threshold to welcome morning success
Symmetry Balance Dense vertical framework and thick tripod legs ensure an unshakeable, level stance on any display step Pairs beautifully with clean white marble shrines, traditional brass plates, and dark wood frames

6. High-Performance Placement & Sacred Milestone Gifting
Core Environment Technical Performance Matrix Presentation Suitability
Primary Home Altars Serves as the primary source of devotional light for morning chants and family wellness routines Brings a highly sophisticated, authentic South Indian temple shrine atmosphere to the space
Entrance Threshold tables Welcomes incoming positive financial waves while greeting arriving guests with majestic luxury Functions as an elegant, conversation-starting ancestral showpiece for visiting collectors
Sacred Milestone Gifting Substantial 950g solid mass delivers an immediate feeling of premium luxury and high value in the hand An auspicious choice for newlywed couples, Grihapravesham functions, or parental 60th/80th celebrations

Care & Maintenance

Made from super fine quality brass with a golden powder coated polish — gives a satin gold glow like a gold statue. Purely for decor and dry display. If used for pooja rituals, the golden polish layer will peel off over time. Keep it dry — and it will look as fresh as the day you bought it. Always.

No restrictions for pooja rituals. Avoid harsh chemicals to preserve its traditional antique look. The dark patina is intentional — it deepens the beauty over time.

Powerful. Preferred for active pooja rituals — no restrictions. Traditional Cleaning Method: Use dara liquid and cashew nut seeds — an ancient method used by temple priests for generations. Gently rub with cashew nut seeds dipped in dara liquid. Rinse clean. Your idol will look brand new. Cleaning once every 30 days is recommended if used regularly for pooja.

Frequently Asked Questions

We understand this completely. You are buying online from a shop you have never visited. Here is the truth: Sri Swaminathan & Co has been standing at 61, Bakthapuri Street, Kumbakonam since 1973 — over 53 years. We are not a warehouse or a reseller. We are a family shop, rooted in Kumbakonam, where priests, temples, and devotees from across Tamil Nadu have been coming for generations. Travellers from Singapore, Malaysia, UK, and USA visit us when they come to Kumbakonam — because they know us. You can walk into our shop any day. We are real.
Because most sites sell products. We sell legacy. Every item in our shop — whether it is a small brass lamp or a 4-foot Panchaloha idol — comes from craftsmen whose families have been doing this since the Chola period. We do not source from factories. We do not compromise on material or finish to reduce price. When you buy from us, you are not just getting a product — you are getting 53 years of trust, traditional craftsmanship, and the assurance that what you receive is exactly what a devotee deserves.
This is a fair concern and we respect it. Here is why we do not offer COD — our products are handcrafted, fragile, and carefully packed for safe delivery. COD returns damage both the product and the trust. Instead, we offer something better: WhatsApp us before you order. We will send you a video of the actual product — the exact piece you will receive. You can ask us anything. Only when you are fully satisfied, you pay. Our 53-year reputation is our guarantee — we cannot afford to let even one customer down.
Not at all — and we are glad you asked this. Our products are made of brass and Panchaloha — metals that naturally catch and reflect light from every angle. What you see as dark shades or bright reflections in photos is simply the metal doing what metal does — glowing, reflecting, and shining. We photograph every product as-is, with no filters, no AI, no editing. That reflection you see in the photo? You will see the same beautiful glow when it sits in your pooja room. It is not a defect — it is the character of real metal.
Yes — and here is why we say this with full confidence. Panchaloha idols require the right alloy, the right casting method, and the right finishing — done by craftsmen who understand the spiritual significance of what they are making. Our Panchaloha idols are hand-cast in Kumbakonam and Swamimalai by hereditary artisans using the traditional lost-wax method — the same method used to make idols for consecrated temples across South India. Priests trust our idols for temple installation. Families trust us for home pooja rooms. In 53 years, that trust has never been broken.