Handcrafted Brass Navagraham Malsyavathaaram Idol | 5x3x15 cm

The Navigator of Destiny: Handcrafted Brass Navagraham Matsyavathaaram Idol

In the vast ocean of human life, where tides of fortune rise and fall, the celestial powers of the nine planets, the Navagrahas, govern every journey. To harmonise these cosmic influencers is to overcome obstacles and invite prosperity.

This handcrafted brass Navagraham Matsyavathaaram idol captures a moment of ultimate divine preservation. It features the powerful Navagrahas resting upon the Matsyavathaaram (Fish Incarnation) of Lord Vishnu, who, according to ancient scriptures, rescued the world from a great deluge, saving the seeds of all creation and the sacred Vedas themselves. This golden-hued brass handicraft is a profound symbol of divine support, ensuring safe passage through life’s greatest challenges. For the faithful believer who knows that the cosmos shapes destiny, this 5×3×15 cm idol is an indispensable anchor.

The Art of the Moosaari: A Testament in Brass

The creation of this idol is a story of tradition, purity and inherited skill, born in the sacred workshops of Kerala. The artisans, known as the Moosaaris or members of the Vishwakarma community, have been the custodians of metal casting for generations, preserving a technique that predates written history: the Lost Wax Casting (Cire Perdue) method.

The sculptor begins not with metal, but with beeswax, which is mixed with oil and kneaded into a pliable dough. With hands that have shaped devotion for a lifetime, the artisan moulds the intricate form of the Matsyavathaaram, the powerful, often half-human, half-fish body, and meticulously places the individual forms of the nine celestial deities upon it. Every scale and detail of the Navagrahas is carved by hand into this wax model.

Next, the wax image is coated in multiple layers of a fine, sacred riverbed clay, mixed traditionally with natural ingredients like cow dung. This clay casing is then fired, and as the heat intensifies, the wax melts away, draining out through a small hole, it is lost, leaving a perfectly hollow, reverse impression of the deity within.

It is into this emptiness, a void awaiting the divine form, that the molten Brass alloy is poured. This moment is the true Malsyavathaaram, a cosmic parallel to the original flood story: the brass, like the divine Fish-Avatar, flows through chaos and darkness, solidifying to save the sacred form, bringing the perfect image out of the fire. Once cooled, the mould is broken open to reveal the solid, single-piece idol. Hours of hand-finishing and polishing with traditional materials follow, giving the brass its rich Gold hue and timeless sheen.

In holding this idol, you hold not just a beautiful handicraft, but the essence of a thousand-year-old tradition and a powerful cosmic narrative of preservation and renewal.

Specialities and Salient Features

• Cosmic Preservation: The idol uniquely features the Navagrahas (the nine planetary deities) atop the Matsyavathaaram (Lord Vishnu’s fish incarnation), symbolising a divine act of rescue and the protection of wisdom and life during times of chaos (deluge/flood).
• Protection from Obstacles: Worshipping the Navagrahas is a practice done by Hindus to overcome any hindrance, obstacle or bad luck caused by unfavorable planetary positions (doshas).
• Authentic Kerala Handicraft: Crafted from Brass in the State of Origin, Kerala, using the ancient, meticulous Lost Wax Casting method.
• Ideal Dimensions: Perfect for a home altar or pooja room, with an exact size of 5 cm (Length) ×3 cm (Breadth) ×15 cm (Height).
• Colour & Material: Durable, lustrous Brass with a Gold finish, a material considered auspicious for Hindu rituals.

How to Care for Your Sacred Brass Idol?

To maintain the enduring beauty and shine of your handcrafted brass idol, follow these simple, traditional care methods:

• Natural Cleaning: Create a paste using lemon juice and baking soda, or simply use a little tamarind paste. Gently rub the idol with this natural cleanser.
• Rinse and Dry: Rinse thoroughly with clean water and immediately wipe it completely dry with a soft, clean cloth to prevent water spots and tarnish.
• Note: Do not use harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive scrubbing pads, as these can damage the delicate detailing and natural patina of the brass.

Anchor Your Life in Divine Grace

Just as Matsya guided the ark through the universal flood, let this sacred idol guide you through the turbulent currents of life, mitigating negative planetary influences and securing your path to prosperity. Bring the timeless legacy of Kerala’s craft and the promise of the Matsya Avatar into your home.