Papper Dolls

Shop our collection of paper mache Golu dolls for Navarathri — lightweight, intricately hand-painted figurines made using the traditional paper mache craft technique. Paper mache dolls are prized for their fine facial detailing and vivid colours, and their lighter weight makes them easier to arrange and rearrange on higher Golu steps compared to heavier clay or terracotta pieces.

This collection covers the full range needed for a traditional Kolu arrangement — deities and family gods for the top steps, sages and acharyas, scenes from the Ramayana, Mahabharata and Krishna Leela, cultural and everyday-life sets, and playful pieces like musicians, dancers, animals and toys for the lower steps.

Sizes range from smaller 5"-8" pieces, ideal for filling out steps and smaller displays, to larger 10"+ showpiece sets that work well as a centrepiece. Paper mache dolls pair naturally with our Clay Dolls collection if you'd like to mix textures and finishes across your Golu steps.

All orders are carefully packed to prevent transit damage and insured against loss, with shipping available pan-India and internationally. New designs are added each season — check back as Navarathri approaches for fresh arrivals.

New to arranging Golu? Read our step-by-step Golu arrangement guide for tips on steps, placement, and traditions.