14" solid brass Nataraj — Tri-color finish with silver-toned body, gold accents on jewelry/skirt, and dark brown/black flame-ring prabhavali; stepped multi-tier base. Hand-cast in Moradabad, the brass-craft capital of India, by artisans whose families have been working in metal for generations.

About this deity

Nataraj is Shiva as Lord of the Dance — the cosmic choreographer whose tandava holds the universe in rhythmic balance: creation, preservation, dissolution, concealment, and grace. Within the ring of flame, the dance never stops. Nataraj is for those who love the philosophical depth of Indian craft.

Specifications

Craft notes

The piece is finished in polished plain brass — bright, golden, and warm — with hand-engraved detailing where present. It will deepen in tone slightly with age. The piece is solid brass throughout — there is no plating, no hollow shell. Slight variations in finish, dimension, and weight are inherent to the handmade process and are part of the character of each piece.

Care & placement

A versatile piece — works in a pooja room, an entryway, or as a tabletop accent. Polish occasionally to maintain finish.

Why Murtikart

• 100% authentic, handcrafted in India
• Direct from artisan workshops in Moradabad — no resellers
• Worldwide shipping with tracking and insurance
• 30-day return on unused pieces
• Free shipping over $99