{"product_id":"handcrafted-pure-brass-deepalakshmi-elephant-wheels-vilakku","title":"Premium Handmade Brass Deepalakshmi Murti on Moving Gaja Chariot Chasis – Authentic Pavai Vilakku Oil Lamp with Four Functional Rolling Wheels – 26 cm Height | Sri Swaminathan \u0026 Co","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; line-height: 1.75; color: #312727;\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; letter-spacing: 0.08em; color: #5a3e1b;\"\u003eSri Swaminathan \u0026amp; Co · Since 1973 · Sacred Trust\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #7a5c1e; letter-spacing: 0.06em;\"\u003eHandcrafted Pure Brass Deepalakshmi on Ornate Elephant with Wheels (Toy Chariot Vilakku)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; font-style: italic; color: #5a3e1b;\"\u003e100% Solid Heavy Cast Brass | Masterpiece Artisan Heirloom | Luxury Heritage \u0026amp; Modern Home Decor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade in solid pure brass, specially made by Sri Swaminathan \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegionally celebrated as: Deepalakshmi Aanai Vilakku (Tamil), Hathi Ratha Deepalakshmi Diya (Hindi), Yanai Lakshmi Deepam (Telugu), and Gaja Lakshmi Vilakku on Wheels (Malayalam).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #c9a84c; width: 60%; margin: 28px auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; letter-spacing: 0.06em; color: #5a3e1b;\"\u003eThe Story of Our Craft: The Divine Journey of Light \u0026amp; Majesty\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the sacred traditions of Indian bronze and brass casting, few icons command as much spiritual reverence and artistic awe as the \u003cem\u003eDeepalakshmi\u003c\/em\u003e—the personification of Goddess Lakshmi holding a lamp, bringing light, abundance, and eternal grace into the household. But when she is placed atop a grand royal elephant mounted on a moving wheeled chariot base (\u003cem\u003eRatha\u003c\/em\u003e), the lamp transforms into a magnificent, living piece of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specific composition traces its roots back to ancient South Indian temple processions and royal toy-chariot metal crafts. The wheels symbolize the continuous forward movement of life and time, the elephant brings unwavering strength and wisdom, and the Deepalakshmi illuminates the path ahead with purity and hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-poured using traditional solid casting techniques by our hereditary master craftsmen in Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu, this masterpiece is an extraordinary triumph of metalwork. Every detail—from the concentric machine-grooved wheels and the meticulously etched floral saddle rugs on the elephant, to the serene facial features and traditional jewelry of the Deepalakshmi figurine—is finished entirely by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1973, Sri Swaminathan \u0026amp; Co Pvt Ltd has served as a global benchmark for authentic metal purity. From our family landmark at 61, Bakthapuri Street, we ensure every piece brings the majestic soul of ancient temple heritage right to your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #c9a84c; width: 40%; margin: 28px auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; letter-spacing: 0.06em; color: #5a3e1b;\"\u003eA Masterpiece for Traditional Altars and Luxury Lifestyles\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted purely from thick, high-density solid cast brass with absolutely no extra filler materials, this heavy 2.2 kg lamp bridges ancient religious customs with high-end, premium interior aesthetics:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor the Traditional Altar\u003c\/strong\u003e — Placed at your main entryway (\u003cem\u003eNila Vaasal\u003c\/em\u003e), standard prayer room altar, or showcased during grand festivals like Deepavali and Karthigai Deepam, it invokes the classic atmosphere of ancient South Indian temples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor the Luxury Modern Home\u003c\/strong\u003e — Displayed as a premium centerpiece on your living room console tables, office desks, or formal entrance foyer shelves, its brilliant hand-polished golden satin reflection provides a striking, elite antique statement that elevates modern minimalist spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #c9a84c; width: 40%; margin: 28px auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center; font-variant: small-caps; letter-spacing: 0.06em; color: #5a3e1b;\"\u003eTechnical Specifications \u0026amp; True Physical Dimensions\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo provide absolute transparency for our premium global buyers, our master of crafts team has verified the exact measurements of this solid cast heirloom:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #000000; color: #000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background: #1a1a1a; color: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #000000; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003eDimension\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #000000; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003eMetric\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #000000; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003eImperial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #000000; 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padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e6.3 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #000000; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003eMaximum Depth (Front Profile)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #000000; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e11.0 centimetres\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #000000; padding: 8px 12px;\"\u003e4.3 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eImperial equivalents are rounded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e100% heavy solid brass structure with no hollow or extra material stuff.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArtisan Note for Online Buyers:\u003c\/em\u003e Because each individual chariot lamp is manually molded, hand-detailed, and individually buffed by real human hands, minor organic variations in weight (~20-30g) and subtle surface casting character marks are beautiful hallmarks of authentic handmade metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; 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Clean away residual oil using lukewarm water and a mild liquid dish soap with a soft sponge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid Damage\u003c\/strong\u003e — Absolutely never use abrasive steel wool scrubbers, harsh metal wires, or chemical bleach sprays, which will permanently dull or scratch the fine artisan detailing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Heritage Shine\u003c\/strong\u003e — To naturally restore its bright golden luster after deep festive celebrations, gently wipe the surface with traditional \u003cem\u003ePitambari\u003c\/em\u003e powder or a natural paste of lemon juice and salt. 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