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Small Ganesh Idol for Car Dashboard & Home Decor – Gold Plated Terracotta Finish (2.6 Inch) | Gold Art India
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Small Ganesha Idol — Gold Plated Terracotta Finish | 2.6 Inch | Car Dashboard & Home Decor | Gold Art India
The most compact Ganesha idol in the Gold Art India range. At 2.6 inches this sits cleanly on any car dashboard without obstructing the driver's view, and is small enough for a desk corner, shelf or bag. Available in two terracotta colour finishes at ₹899 each — Red and Mango. Gold plated accents on the crown, jewellery and base against the terracotta body give it a traditional, craft-inspired look that works in any setting.
Product Details
| Height | 2.6 inches (most compact size) |
| Material | High-quality polyresin |
| Finish | Gold plated accents on terracotta base |
| Variants | Red terracotta and Mango terracotta |
| Price | ₹899 for both variants |
| Package | Ships in protective gift box with Vastu guide included |
| Made in | India, handcrafted by Gold Art India artisans |
The Two Variants
Which Colour to Choose
| Variant | Character | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Mango | Warm, vibrant, festive | Most car types, gifting, Ganesh Chaturthi |
| Red | Bold, auspicious, traditional | Dark interiors, mandirs, return gifts |
Why 2.6 Inch
Most car dashboard idols in India are 3 to 3.5 inches. This 2.6 inch version is specifically for situations where even the standard compact size is too large — small hatchbacks with tight dashboard space, two-wheelers with a small holder, compact office desks, or travellers who want to carry a Ganesha in their bag or laptop case. At 2.6 inches it is light enough to not shift during sudden braking and small enough to sit in any holder or cup holder pocket.
Where to Place It (Vastu Guide)
| Idol faces | North or East. Never south. |
| Car dashboard | Face toward driver. 2.6 inch fits any dashboard. |
| Desk | North-east corner of desk |
| Height | Eye level or above. Never on floor. |
| Avoid | Bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, facing south |
How to Care for It
| Cleaning | Soft dry cloth only. The terracotta base is sensitive to moisture. |
| Sunlight | Avoid prolonged direct sunlight which fades the terracotta colour over time. |
| In car | Keep away from the direct sun patch through windscreen when parked. |
| Storage | Keep original gift box for safe transport or storage. |
Perfect For
| Small hatchbacks and two-wheelers with compact dashboard space |
| Office desk corner or laptop bag |
| New car gifting — compact and affordable at ₹899 |
| Ganesh Chaturthi return gifts at scale |
| Travel — light enough to keep in a travel kit or suitcase |
How is 2.6 inch different from the 3.5 inch Ganesha?
The 3.5 inch is the standard car dashboard size and the highest-selling idol in the Gold Art India range. The 2.6 inch is specifically for situations where even the standard compact size is too large. If your car has a small dashboard, a dedicated idol holder with a tight base, or you want something you can carry in a bag or place in a very tight corner of a desk, the 2.6 inch is the right choice. The 3.5 inch has more visible detail due to the larger scale.
Which terracotta colour is more popular?
Mango is more popular overall as the warm amber tone is more neutral and suits most car interiors and desk setups. Red is bolder and is preferred by those who want the traditional auspicious red associated with Ganesha puja. Both are the same price and same quality.
Does it come ready to gift?
Yes. Ships in a protective gift box suitable for direct gifting. A Vastu placement guide is included inside the box.
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