{"product_id":"gajalakshmi-threshold-panel-rosewood-tone-hand-carved-in-poola-wood-from-madhavamala-andhra-pradesh","title":"Gajalakshmi Threshold Panel  Rosewood Tone - Hand Carved in Poola Wood from Madhavamala, Andhra Pradesh","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis horizontal panel presents Gajalakshmi — Lakshmi seated in composed symmetry, flanked by elephants in ritual gesture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows temple lintel proportion. The goddess anchors the central axis. Elephants rise on either side, trunks lifted in offering. The carved canopy above and structured base below contain the narrative within architectural discipline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variation carries a rosewood-toned finish, deepening the relief and allowing the carving shadows to settle more distinctly into recessed planes. The tonal depth emphasizes curvature, ornamentation, and border rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 92 cm in length, the panel holds measured presence. It does not occupy space aggressively; it establishes continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a surface emblem of prosperity.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a threshold invocation rendered in wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman Time, Preserved.\u003cbr\u003eMade Slowly. Kept Forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Poola Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosewood tone (hand-finished surface)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Madhavamala, Andhra Pradesh, India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Length 92 cm x Width 31 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 5 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horizontal temple-style frieze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIconography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gajalakshmi with elephants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand carved medium relief\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wall-mounted, mandir lintel, shrine backdrop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35,000\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOrigin – Madhavamala, Andhra Pradesh\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMadhavamala’s carving tradition draws from temple architecture where narrative friezes define sacred thresholds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoola wood, native to the region, is chosen for its fine grain and carving responsiveness. The rosewood-toned finish does not conceal the grain; it deepens contrast while preserving texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGajalakshmi imagery traditionally marks entryways, invoking order and auspicious continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCraft and Process\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carving begins with a seasoned slab of Poola wood selected for grain continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe canopy boundary is shaped to define upper containment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLakshmi’s seated posture is proportioned along the central axis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElephants are carved symmetrically to maintain structural balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorder lines are refined to unify the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hand-applied rosewood tone is layered gradually, allowing the carving depth to remain visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll figures emerge from a single continuous body of wood.\u003cbr\u003eThe finish is applied after carving; no elements are added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process prioritizes proportion, rhythm, and surface clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hands Of Craft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42958630682729,"sku":null,"price":35000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0660\/6969\/2521\/files\/fe4ebd9b-70a0-4519-b5b8-38e226e41ebf.jpg?v=1772536969","url":"https:\/\/handsofcraft.com\/products\/gajalakshmi-threshold-panel-rosewood-tone-hand-carved-in-poola-wood-from-madhavamala-andhra-pradesh","provider":"Hands of Craft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}