A Brass Murti of Lord Krishna, 2.52 inches in height, is a popular and endearing choice for devotees.

Love and Devotion: He is the epitome of divine love, enchanting all beings with his charm and grace. His stories, especially with Radha and the Gopis, embody the highest forms of bhakti (devotion).

Joy and Playfulness (Lila): Krishna’s childhood pastimes (Balakrishna and Makhan Chor – butter thief) depict his playful and mischievous nature, symbolizing the joyous and unburdened aspects of life.

Wisdom and Dharma (Bhagavad Gita): As the charioteer and counsellor of Arjuna in the Mahabharata, he imparts the profound wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita, guiding towards righteousness and self-realization.

Protection and Guidance: He is a protector of devotees and a guide on the spiritual path, always there to remove obstacles and offer solace.

Beauty and Allurement: Krishna’s name means “the all-attractive one.” His divine beauty is a central theme in Vaishnava traditions.

Cosmic Harmony: Often depicted playing the flute, which symbolizes the divine melody that creates and sustains the universe, and the call that draws souls towards the divine.

Characteristics of a 2.52-inch Brass Krishna Murti:
Size: At approximately 2.52 inches (around 6.4 cm), it’s a small but distinct idol. It’s perfectly sized for intimate worship or for small spaces.

Material: Brass. As with other Hindu deities, brass is highly favored for Krishna murtis due to its:

Auspiciousness: Considered pure and conducive to positive spiritual energy.

Durability: Long-lasting and maintains its form and detail over time.

Aesthetics: Develops a beautiful golden sheen that can be polished or allowed to form a rich patina, adding to its antique charm.

Common Poses/Forms at this size:

Flute-Playing Krishna (Murali Krishna / Venugopala): This is by far the most popular depiction. Krishna is shown standing in the Tribhanga pose (with three graceful bends in his body), holding a flute to his lips. This posture is highly symbolic of his enchanting nature and the divine music he plays. Often, a small peacock feather will be visible in his crown.

Baby Krishna (Laddu Gopal / Balakrishna / Makhan Chor): Depicted as a crawling baby, often holding a laddu (sweet) or butter. This form evokes immense parental love and affection from devotees.

Krishna with Cow: Sometimes, even at this small size, a tiny cow or calf may be included with the standing Krishna, symbolizing his role as a cowherd and the purity of nature.

Standing Krishna (without flute): A simpler standing pose, perhaps with a hand raised in blessing.

Detailing: Despite the small size, skilled artisans can achieve remarkable detail on brass murtis. You can expect to see clear facial features, intricate clothing folds, jewelry, and the characteristic peacock feather.

Finish: Typically available in a polished golden finish or an antique/oxidized finish.