Vinayaka Chaturthi, Vinayaka Chavithi or Ganesh Chaturthi is a 10-day Hindu festival dedicated to the Lord Ganesha, who is considered the God of wisdom, intelligence, prosperity and good luck. On this day, people pray to Lord Ganesha for the removal of all the hurdles that can delay a new deal, a new business or even starting a new job. Hence, this is a favourable occasion to purchase Lord Ganesha idols and other home decorations to seek divine blessings for a successful and happy life.
Earlier, moulds of Lord Ganesha were made using clay and decorated by professional artists, especially during Ganesh Chaturthi. People are currently opting for sustainable celebration methods through handmade Ganesha idols made from eco-friendly substances and natural clay. This Ganesh Chaturthi, Indiahandmade.com exclusively vouches for recycled and handmade Ganesha idols, statues and home decor items directly from artisans. These eye-catching and complex sculptures embody the festive atmosphere and the art of artisans from all over India.
The Significance and History of the Ganesh Chaturthi Festival
Ganesh Chaturthi is a festival celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Ganesha. The first instance of community Ganesh puja can be attributed to freedom fighter Lokmanya Tilak’s social and political awakening in Maharashtra. Since then, it has spread to other regions of India. It encourages the people to feel unity and identification and holds large, grand celebrations, including cultural activities.
They collectively build a temporary shed known as a pandal meant for beautifully embroidered Ganesha statues at the community level. During this festival, temple-goers pay their respects to Lord Ganesha with great devotion, along with prasad and recitations of hymns and offerings, before starting any new work. On the tenth day, in a grand procession, the people take the clay idol to rivers, seas or other water bodies, and then they bid emotional farewell to it and wait for the next year to welcome Ganesha again.
In recent years, followers have become more aware of pollution-free ceremonies to avoid polluting the water bodies due to the chemically made idols. The current trend gradually leans towards the use of clay and terracotta Ganesha idols that can be dissolved in water easily. Handmade idols also make the celebrations eco-friendly, as the artisans do not use any synthetic material for the statues or paints. This allows devotees to submerge idols in small water bodies, leaving no trace of the toxic contents behind.
Moreover, instead of having to replace the idols every year, handmade clay or stone home decor items last for years. Traditional as well as modern Ganesha home decor items have an ornamental appeal, which is appreciated by everyone.
On top of that, buying handmade idols and decorative items gives employment to our talented artisans who are struggling to make ends meet, thus raising the standards of living of rural people who solely rely on such traditional ornaments.
Handmade Lord Ganesha Idols and Decorative Items Available at Indiahandmade
Indiahandmade has a large and exquisite gallery of handmade Ganesha idols and decorative items to make the Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 celebration sustainable, fair and artistic. These idols come in all sizes, colours, positions and materials, ranging from natural clay to metal. Below are some unique products symbolising Lord Ganesha made by artisans from across the country using sustainable materials and ancient crafting techniques:
Handcrafted Lord Ganesha Idol
This handmade Ganesha idol is made of brass but is plated with gold. It was produced in Kerala using the lost wax metal casting method. During the manufacturing process, the artisan initially carves the model from clay and then embeds wax around the mould. The wax is finally melted once the mould is solidified. The entire process is intricate and requires the special skills of an artist. The end product is a brass idol that has been gilded to produce a unique god to worship.
Ganesha Wall Hanging Diya
Also meaning knowledge and wealth, this handmade Ganesha wall hanging diya is made of polished brass. The lamp is a beautiful method of bringing Ganesha home by lighting the diya with oil every day. The gold-plated Ganesha design is an added bonus in aesthetics and also for religious purposes.
Handmade Wooden Panchmukhi Lord Ganesha Statue
Made with precision and a lot of detail, it is an idol of Lord Ganesha with five heads, which represent something in particular. Expert painters from Varanasi apply techniques that have been in use for centuries to paint this beautiful artwork depicting Indian wooden craft. This piece of art is also an heirloom idol, representing aspects of intelligence that attract wisdom and prosperity.
Handcrafted Musician Ganesha Sculptures
This collection of terracotta Ganesha statues handmade by skilled workers from Rajasthan shows the different dancing and musical postures of Lord Ganesha. These idols, in multicolour shades of pink, white, brown and golden, are symbolic of the rhythm of creation and bring a special festive aura to Ganesha Puja in a fashion one cannot explain through words but only through art.
Multicolour Handmade Ganesha Penholder
This is a functional artwork with Lord Ganesha carved out of clay by professional artisans. The multicoloured terracotta Ganesha pen holder enriches the writing instruments placed on office and home desks with a sense of spirituality. Available in multicolour shades of green, red, yellow and golden, this pen holder is handmade and has the essence of Lord Ganesha at home and at work.
Handmade Terracotta Ganesha Idol
This terracotta Ganesha idol exemplifies India’s non-tangible cultural heritage. Handmade by artisans in Maharashtra, it is made of alluvial smooth soil clay, which reflects indigenous art and craft. The natural terracotta finish in earthy brown ensures an environmentally friendly Ganesh idol that adds a touch of subtle glamour to the joyous spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi.
Terracotta Musical Ganesha Idols
These five handcrafted terracotta ganesha idols, with incorporated musical instruments, are the perfect representation of art, culture, spirituality and respect for the environment. Made from natural clay with alluvial soil properties, these innovative art dolls are true to tradition yet infused with a modern flair.
The whole collection, directly from artisans at Indiahandmade.com, includes a set of wonderfully made, environment-friendly, fair-trade Ganesha idols and pooja accessories suitable for festive activities. Thus, by selecting handmade articles, devotees can have a pollution-free, morally pure and aesthetically pleasing Ganesh Chaturthi.
Indiahandmade makes an effort to select meaningful and responsible aesthetic accessories made by skilled craftspeople for festive moods. Buy the above homemade products to adorn your homes and celebrate the Ganesh Chaturthi festival like never before.
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Lord Ganesha is the God of wisdom, prosperity and the remover of all obstacles. The Ganesh Chaturthi festival celebrates the birth of God Ganesh and seeks his blessings. So, when you bring Bappa home, make sure that the environment of the festival is green and that the arrangements made for his puja are also environmentally friendly.
Choose to buy handmade Ganesha idols and home decor items from talented Indian artisans who are trying to sustain handmade crafts in the face of economic challenges. It’s the festive season, and it’s the time for sustainable shopping: handmade Ganesha idols, diyas, wall hangings, pen holders and more. Every single piece that they make by hand is created with responsibility in mind, and the ancient art of making them is combined with a contemporary approach to sustainability.
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