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Kanchi Mahaperiyava Panchaloha Statue 3 Inch | Abhaya Mudra Seated | Kumbakonam
Kanchi Mahaperiyava Panchaloha Statue 3 Inch | Abhaya Mudra Seated | Kumbakonam
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Kanchi Mahaperiyava Panchaloha Statue 3 Inch — The Living God in Metal
There are saints, and then there is Jagadguru Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Swamigal — the 68th Shankaracharya of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham, revered across Tamil Nadu and the world simply as Mahaperiyava (the Great Elder). This Panchaloha statue captures his most iconic form — seated in his characteristic Utkatasana pose, right hand raised in blessing, left hand holding his Danda — exactly as millions of devotees remember him.
Handcrafted by master artisans in Kumbakonam using the sacred five-metal Panchaloha alloy — copper, zinc, iron, and a small but sacred pinch of gold and silver — this statue is a signature piece from Sri Swaminathan & Co, one of Tamil Nadu’s most trusted names in sacred temple art.
Why Panchaloha?
Panchaloha (பஞ்சலோஹம்) is the sacred alloy prescribed in the Agama Shastra for consecrated idols. Even a small pinch of gold and silver in the alloy is believed to amplify the spiritual potency of the form it represents — making this an ideal object of daily veneration and meditation.
About This Statue
- Subject: Sri Kanchi Mahaperiyava — Jagadguru Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Swamigal, 68th Shankaracharya of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham
- Pose: Utkatasana — his most iconic seated squatting posture, as seen in famous photographs and temple portraits
- Right hand: Raised in Abhaya Mudra — the gesture of blessing, protection, and fearlessness
- Left hand: Holding the Danda (sacred staff) — symbol of Sanyasa, renunciation, and Acharya authority
- Head: Traditional Jata (matted hair) tied up — remarkably lifelike portrait casting with deeply lined, compassionate face
- Attire: Simple Kaupinam — reflecting his life of absolute renunciation and simplicity
- Base: Plain square peetham with small feet — austere and befitting a Sanyasi of his stature
- Ideal for: Daily pooja, meditation room, home sanctum, office desk, car dashboard, and gifting to devotees
- Size: 7.5 cm (H) × 5 cm (W) × 4.5 cm (D)
- Weight: Approx. 300 g
- Material: Panchaloha — copper, zinc, iron + a sacred pinch of gold & silver
- Origin: Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu — the temple town of India
The Grace of Mahaperiyava
Mahaperiyava lived for 100 years (1894–1994), walking barefoot across Tamil Nadu, upholding Vedic dharma, and blessing millions. He is widely regarded as a Jivanmukta — a liberated soul in human form. Devotees across the world believe that his blessings continue even today, and that keeping his image in the home or pooja room brings peace, protection, clarity of mind, and removal of obstacles. This statue, cast in sacred Panchaloha, is a tangible connection to his eternal grace.
A signature piece from Sri Swaminathan & Co, Kumbakonam — where tradition meets craftsmanship.
✅ Why Choose Sri Swaminathan & Co?
- ✅ Decades of trust in traditional brass & devotional items
- ✅ Sourced directly from skilled Tamil Nadu craftsmen
- ✅ Quality checked before every dispatch
- ✅ Genuine Panchaloha — no compromise on material
- ✅ Thousands of happy customers across India & abroad
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- Free Shipping across India on all orders
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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.