Panchaloha Bronze Annapurna Devi Idol, 3 Inch Chola-Style Maa Annapurna Murti for Pooja, Gold

This handcrafted 3-inch Panchaloha bronze idol depicts Maa Annapurna, the goddess who, in Hindu belief, ensures that no household goes hungry. It measures 8 x 5 x 4 cm, weighs 200 grams and is finished in a golden tone, sized for a home pooja shelf or a small temple altar.

The idol is made in the Chola style of South Indian bronze work and cast in Panchaloha, the traditional five-metal bronze alloy used for temple icons.

Annapurna, also worshipped as Annapurneshwari and Annapurna Bhagwati, is a form of Goddess Parvati revered as the provider of food and nourishment. She is widely worshipped in Kashi (Varanasi), where her temple stands near the Kashi Vishwanath temple.

Suggested uses:

• Daily worship in a home pooja room or prayer corner
• A small temple or office altar
• Festival and housewarming gifting
• A collection of handcrafted South Indian bronze idols

Specifications:

• Dimensions: Length 8 cm x Width 5 cm x Depth 4 cm
• Weight: 200 grams
• Material: Bronze (Panchaloha)
• Finish: Golden bronze
• Package contents: 1 Annapurna idol

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3-inch Annapurna idol made of Panchaloha bronze?
Yes. It is cast in Panchaloha, the traditional five-metal bronze alloy used for South Indian temple icons, and finished in a golden tone.

Does Chola-style mean this is an antique Chola bronze?
No. Chola-style refers to the South Indian bronze-casting tradition that flourished under the Chola dynasty; this idol is a newly handcrafted piece made in that style, not an antique.

How big is this Panchaloha Annapurna idol?
It measures 8 cm long, 5 cm wide and 4 cm deep (about 3 inches) and weighs 200 grams, small enough to rest in the palm of your hand.

How do I care for a bronze Annapurna murti?
Clean it with warm water and lemon, tamarind or Pitambari powder, then dry it completely. Bronze can darken naturally over time, and this cleaning restores its golden tone.

Is this bronze Annapurna idol a good gift for Navratri or a housewarming?
Yes. At 200 grams and about 3 inches it is easy to gift, and as the goddess of food and nourishment Annapurna Devi suits a new home or a festival pooja.