An exceptionally large and beautifully crafted traditional Indian Home Altar (Pooja Mandir), featuring a striking dual-tone finish. Built upon a heavy, solid wood frame, the entire structure is meticulously clad in hand-embossed oxidized silver (aluminum) and warm copper sheets, creating a rich, textured contrast.
The temple is heavily dedicated to the ultimate auspicious divine pairing: Lord Ganesha and Goddess Lakshmi. The central door panels feature beautifully detailed, hand-embossed iconography of Ganesha (the remover of obstacles and god of wisdom) alongside Goddess Lakshmi (the deity of wealth, fortune, and spiritual abundance). In traditional philosophy, their paired presence brings a complete form of well-being to a home—balancing material prosperity with the intellectual clarity to use it rightly. This sacred theme continues down to the base drawer, which is flanked by intricate elephant relief carvings—a symbol of royalty, strength, and good fortune tied closely to both deities.
Architecturally inspired by classic North Indian temple design, the mandir is crowned with three prominent Shikhara (turret) spires and framed by ornately twisted pillars. The four folding doors feature wire mesh panels, opening to reveal a spacious interior sanctuary. The lower section is highly functional, fitted with a pull-out presentation step for offerings and a deep storage drawer. Thanks to its impressive scale, exquisite metalwork, and powerful spiritual presence, this versatile piece functions beautifully as an authentic devotional altar or as a conversational, bohemian focal point in an eclectic interior design scheme
(Total height to the top of turrets: 39.9", width 24.4", depth 18.8")
