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Hand-Carved Wood Statuette of Hindu God Vishnu Venkateswara, "Balaji"
The city of Tirupati in India is home to the breathtaking Balaji temple, which pays tribute to the god Vishnu and his many representations such as Venkateswara. This popular deity inspired artisan Ashish Mehta to create this remarkable statuette handmade from kadam wood that will captivate you with its rich carving accents.
- 0.23 kgs
- 0.5 lbs
- 21 cm H x 10 cm W x 3.7 cm D
- 8.25" H x 3.9" W x 1.5" D
- Kadam wood
- Wood grain and color can vary slightly
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Made in India.
- Certified and shipped by our office in India
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Diana
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01/30/2023
"Very nicely made"
These are adorable! I m ordering more of the hens!
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Loren
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01/26/2023
"Can t wait to see these again next year!"
This bunch immediately brought a smile to my face. So cute and with great little personalities. Beautifully made. Thanks for a wonderful holiday gift to myself!
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Barnyard Bunch, Embroidered Wool Animal Holiday Ornaments (Set of 6)
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Carol
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01/25/2023
"Cheerful and whimsical ornaments!"
Love these colorful handcrafted ornaments on my folk-art Christmas tree! (Especially the crown-wearing goose!). They make me smile :-))
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Jim
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01/04/2023
"Granddaughter Delighted"
These ornaments were whimsical, top quality and made a granddaughter happy. Thank you.
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- This was a gift for: Granddaughter
- Occasion: Christmas
Gail
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01/03/2023
"Woodland Animals"
Loved them! The only one I would change the design on is the moose- his antlers are not sturdy. They came crushed & unable to perk them up so you can t really tell what kind of animal he is.
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Deb
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01/01/2023
"Darling Kitties that my granddaughter loves them"
my grandaughter loves these darling, well-made ornaments
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