Magnificent Silver-Plated Peacock & Makara Standing Oil Lamp Pair – Imperial Temple Ceremonial Masterpieces

This extraordinary pair of ceremonial oil lamps represents the pinnacle of South Indian temple artistry, combining two of the most auspicious symbols in Hindu iconography - the Peacock and the Makara. The peacock, sacred to Goddess Saraswati and Lord Murugan, symbolizes beauty, grace, and spiritual awakening, while the Makara represents protection, abundance, and the cosmic waters of creation.

Drawing inspiration from the grand temples of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, this design reflects the sophisticated metalwork traditions where such magnificent pieces were commissioned for royal temple installations and imperial worship ceremonies. The Makara motif, particularly revered in Vaishnavite traditions as the vehicle of Ganga Devi and Varuna, transforms these lamps into powerful vessels for cosmic blessings.

The multi-tier oil well arrangement follows ancient temple architecture principles, where ascending levels represent the spiritual journey from earthly existence to divine consciousness.

Type: Grand Silver-Plated Standing Oil Lamp Pair with Peacock & Makara Motifs
Material: Premium silver-plated brass with intricate hand-engraved detailing
Craftsmanship: Master-crafted with ornate peacock finials, mythical Makara (crocodile-fish) central pillars, multi-tier oil well arrangements, and extensively decorated ceremonial bases with traditional motifs
Design Elements: Peacock crowns with detailed plumage, spiraling Makara creatures as central supports, lotus petal oil wells, elaborate twisted rope-work columns, ornate pedestals with beaded rim detailing
Finish: Mirror-polished silver plating with deeply engraved sacred iconography, mythological creatures, and traditional temple motifs