{"product_id":"antique-golu-doll-bala-kridhna-c-1940s","title":"Antique Golu Doll: Bala Krishna (c. 1940s)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exquisite South Indian Golu doll depicts the beloved Bala Krishna in his iconic role as the Makhan Chor, or butter thief, and stands as a remarkable survivor of mid-20th-century devotional artistry. Crafted circa 1940, this hand-painted figurine has been cherished for over eighty years, serving as a silent witness to decades of Navaratri celebrations and family traditions. The doll captures the playful essence of the infant deity as he sits with a traditional butter pot, his crown adorned with a meticulously rendered peacock feather that remains vibrant despite the passage of time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe craftsmanship reflects the soulful, artisanal techniques of the pre-industrial era, featuring a soft polychrome palette and an authentic patina that only comes with genuine age. Unlike modern mass-produced versions, this heritage piece possesses a unique character seen in the gentle weathering of the pigments and the hand-molded contours of the form. Every slight imperfection tells a story of its long journey through history, making it a rare find for collectors of sacred iconography or vintage Indian folk art. This eighty-year-old heirloom serves not only as a beautiful decorative object but also as a tangible link to the rich cultural and spiritual legacy of South Indian temple traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePlease note that vintage pieces come with small imperfections, that's a part of its beauty and age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5”W X 4”D X 10.5”H\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1075 gm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"9 Petals - The Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44670706319429,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/9324\/0389\/files\/61EC2218-405C-4E02-AAEB-63729FED3A25.jpg?v=1772006972","url":"https:\/\/9petalsthestudio.com\/products\/antique-golu-doll-bala-kridhna-c-1940s","provider":"9 Petals - The Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}