Handcrafted Panas Oil Lamp with Bhadrakali, Ganesh, and Lakshmi – Antique Patina Finish
Item Code: HME29136
Weight: 1990 grams
Dimensions (cm): 41 x 14 x 12
Material: Copper
Availability: Available
Panas: Cultural Significance
The Panas is a traditional oil lamp and a striking example of Newari metal craftsmanship—a heritage skill passed down through generations in the Kathmandu Valley. Historically used during rituals and festive occasions, the Panas symbolizes light, purity, and the dispelling of darkness. This particular piece is uniquely adorned with revered deities, enhancing both its artistic and spiritual value.
Featured Deities on the Lamp
Ganesh
Widely revered as the Remover of Obstacles and the Lord of Beginnings, Lord Ganesh is easily recognized by his elephant head. He is honored across Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain traditions as a symbol of wisdom, intellect, and prosperity, often invoked at the start of ceremonies and ventures.
Lakshmi
The embodiment of wealth, fortune, grace, and beauty, Goddess Lakshmi brings spiritual and material abundance. She is believed to protect devotees from hardship and bestow blessings of prosperity, both worldly and divine.
Bhadrakali
A fierce and protective form of the Goddess Shakti, Bhadrakali is venerated as a powerful guardian. Particularly popular in South India and Kerala, she is associated with auspiciousness, protection, and righteous strength, worshipped for safeguarding the good and annihilating evil.
Antique Patina Finishing
This Panas features an antique-style patina finish, carefully crafted to replicate the appearance of time-aged metalwork. Though not a historical artifact, the finish reflects decades of artistic tradition, adding depth, richness, and a museum-quality aesthetic that makes it a timeless centerpiece.
Lost-Wax Casting Technique
Crafted using the lost-wax (investment casting) method, this piece exemplifies high craftsmanship and attention to detail. A wax model is first sculpted, encased in a ceramic mold, then replaced with molten copper. After cooling, the mold is removed to reveal a highly detailed and durable metal sculpture, preserving the intricacies of the original design.
This Panas Oil Lamp is more than a decorative item—it is a symbol of devotion, tradition, and artistic mastery, perfect for temples, rituals, spiritual spaces, or as a treasured collectible.
