Kapaleeswarar Karpagambal - 20 inches - Paper Mache

 Kapaleeswarar Karpagambal - 20 inches - Paper Mache

A striking 20-inch paper mache pair depicting Sri Kapaleeswarar and Sri Karpagambal, the presiding deities of the historic Kapaleeswarar Temple in Mylapore, Chennai. Kapaleeswarar is shown in his lingam form adorned with a decorated kavacham and rudraksha mala, while Karpagambal stands beneath an ornate golden prabhavali, draped in green silk with garland detailing.

Handcrafted in paper mache and finished with rich gold, green and pink hand-painting, the pair recreates the look of the temple sannidhi and makes a commanding centrepiece for Navaratri Golu, pooja rooms and devotional collections. Each base carries the deity name in Tamil.

Product Details

• Product Name: Kapaleeswarar Karpagambal Set
• Material: Paper mache
• Dimensions: Approximately 20 inches in height
• Pieces Included: 2-piece set (Kapaleeswarar and Karpagambal)
• Finish: Hand-painted
• Style: Traditional South Indian Devotional Art
• Display Type: Tabletop / Golu Display

Features

• Two-piece set depicting the presiding deities of the Mylapore Kapaleeswarar Temple
• Detailed temple-style prabhavali arches in a rich gold finish
• Hand-painted silk drape, garland and jewellery detailing
• Tamil nameplates on each base
• Lightweight paper mache, easier to handle and store than clay

Ideal For

• Navaratri Golu displays
• Shiva worship and Pradosham pooja
• Pooja rooms and home temples
• Temple displays and devotional collections
• Housewarming and festive gifting

Spiritual Significance

Kapaleeswarar is Lord Shiva as worshipped at the Kapaleeswarar Temple in Mylapore, Chennai, one of Tamil Nadu's most visited Shiva temples and the site of the annual Arupathimoovar festival. His consort is venerated there as Karpagambal, whose name refers to the wish-granting Karpaga tree. Displaying this pair brings the presence of that revered sannidhi into the home.

Disclaimer

Each piece is handcrafted and hand-painted. Minor variations in color, detailing, and finish are natural characteristics of handmade artisan creations and contribute to the uniqueness of every set.