Varaha Panjurli Face – Vintage Bronze Handcrafted Sculpture | Lost Wax Casting 18 inch large

This rare Varaha Panjurli face sculpture, crafted using the ancient lost wax casting process, embodies the sacred power and mysticism of South Indian ritual traditions. Cast in solid bronze with natural vintage patina, this sculpture is a true collector’s piece can be used as a table top and even for a wall hanging, carrying both spiritual depth and cultural heritage.

The Panjurli deity, revered as a wild boar spirit, holds a central place in Bhoota Kola festivals of coastal Karnataka. These masks and face sculptures are traditionally worn by performers during ritual dances, where the deity is invoked to protect the land, bless the community, and ward off negative energies. In the performance, the dancer—possessed by the spirit—offers oracles, blessings, and solutions to villagers, creating a divine bridge between the human and celestial worlds.

This Varaha Panjurli mask not only represents fierce divine energy but also reflects the unity of nature, spirit worship, and ancestral traditions in Tulu Nadu culture. Today, it serves as a sacred collectible for connoisseurs of Indian ritual art, making it an exceptional addition to temples, heritage collections, or curated décor spaces.

📏 Dimensions & Weight:

Height: 18 in (46 cm), Width: 22 in (56 cm)

Depth: 16 in (41 cm), Weight: 20 kg.

Highlights:

Rare vintage handcrafted bronze sculpture

Made using lost wax casting, ensuring one-of-a-kind detailing

Represents Panjurli Daiva, a protective spirit from Karnataka’s Bhoota Kola traditions

Natural antique patina finish with a sacred aura

Heavy and substantial – nearly 20 kg of solid bronze

Perfect for collectors, heritage spaces, and spiritual décor

This Varaha Panjurli mask is not just art – it is a living tradition of divine worship, carrying the legacy of South India’s sacred ritual performances into your collection.