Antique Indian Painted Teak Wood Hindu Lord Krishna Swing

Antique painted Indian teak wood Hindu ‘Lord Krishna’ swing, forming part of a hindu prayer ritual ensemble. The swing, or jhula of Lord Krishna, holds a special place in Hindu culture and tradition. It symbolizes the divine and is often used in celebrations and ceremonies to honor Lord Krishna and invoke his blessings. Lord Krishna’s swing, also known as the Laddo Gopal Jhula or Shree Krishna Jhula, has its roots in Hindu mythology. According to tradition, Lord Krishna was a mischievous child who loved to play and have fun. One of his favorite pastimes was swinging on a jhula made of ropes and wood. Lord Krishna’s swing became a symbol of his divine playfulness and joy as he grew older. In Hindu culture, Lord Krishna is revered as a deity and is believed to be a manifestation of the supreme God. Therefore, his swing is considered sacred and often used in religious ceremonies and festivals. The most well-known of these is the festival of Janmashtami, which celebrates Lord Krishna’s birthday. On this day, devotees decorate the swing with flowers and other offerings and install the deity idols on the swing to honor and pray to Lord Krishna. Today, Lord Krishna’s swing continues to hold a special place in Hindu culture and is used in various contemporary celebrations and ceremonies. In addition to Janmashtami, the swing is often used in marriage ceremonies, religious rituals, and other festive occasions. They come in a huge array of colours, sizes and styles reflecting the many cultures that influenced the land over centuries. Today they are often repurposed for piot plants and planters OR as it was orininally intended and used as a swing chair indoors or outside. It is made from old wood, cut by hand many years ago, with a beautiful colour and patina which really shows its age and history, and there are some historic repairs and age related marks and wear and tear as you would expect for wood of this age. Please be sure to check all photos as these form part of the description. 110 x 64 x 39cm