Golu, a Tamil word meaning ‘Divine Presence’, is a tradition of displaying dolls in some parts of South India. Particularly popular in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana, this tradition is associated with the festival of Navaratri, while in some parts of Andhra Pradesh, it is also displayed during Makar Sankranti.
Dolls are arranged on stepped platforms, known as padis. The themes of these dolls represent different aspects of society as well as epics and mythology. These dolls are made using various materials such as clay, wood, terracotta, cloth, and paper mache by local artisans.
One major attraction of the exhibition is the Vishwaroopam, the awe-inspiring cosmic manifestation of Vishnu, admirable for its grandeur despite its small scale. Another is Marapachi, couple-dolls, which are symbols of family, growth, and tradition.
This exhibition will allow the visitors to step into a world of dolls that combines storytelling, vibrant artistry, and rituals. We thank Rajeswari and Pankaj Gorana for generously sharing their collection, which enabled the museum to showcase an important segment of the traditional toy heritage of India.
Date: 17th to 31st January, 2026 (Closed on Mondays)
Time: 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Open for all
Venue: First Floor, Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Museum
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Image: Vishwaroopam, the awe-inspiring cosmic manifestation of Vishnu Rajeswari and Pankaj Gorana’s Collection
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