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About this piece
3.6" solid brass Dashavatar — multiple distinct avatars visible including fish-tailed figure (Matsya), tortoise-based figure (Kurma), boar-headed (Varaha), and standing deities; each on small round 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
Dashavatar — the ten avatars of Vishnu — represents the descent of the divine into form, age after age, to restore dharma. From Matsya the fish to Kalki the future warrior, the ten are the long story of the Preserver.
Specifications
| Deity | Dashavatar |
| Features | multiple distinct avatars visible including fish-tailed figure (Matsya), tortoise-based figure (Kurma), boar-headed (Varaha), and standing deities; each on small round base |
| Finish | Plain brass |
| Height | 3.6 inches |
| Width | 1.5 inches |
| Depth | 2.2 inches |
| Weight | 0.92 kg |
| Material | Solid brass |
| Origin | Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Technique | Hand-cast, hand-finished |
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 statement piece for a console, a bookshelf, or a pair on either side of a doorway. Dust with a soft cloth; polish occasionally.
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
Dimensions & weight
| Material | Brass |
|---|---|
| Deity | Animal Figurine |
| Height | 3.6 in (9.1 cm) |
| Origin | Hand-cast in Moradabad, India |
| Technique | Lost-wax + hand-chasing |
Each piece is hand-cast individually. Slight variation in finish and dimension is part of the character of the work.
Care & placement
Wipe regularly with a soft dry cloth. Avoid harsh detergents. Brass darkens slightly with age — a soft patina is part of the character. Polish gently with a brass cleaner to restore brightness.
Shipping & returns
Ships in 2–3 days from Moradabad. Free worldwide shipping on every order — DHL Express, fully tracked and insured. Estimated delivery 7–14 business days.
30-day returns on unused pieces in original packing. International orders may incur import duties or taxes at delivery, payable to the carrier — these are set by your country and not included in the listed price.