Solid brass Shiva — Shiva bust with closed eyes, tripundra on forehead, jata-mukut with snake; companion piece is a round abhishek bowl with extended spout on a stepped 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

Lord Shiva — Mahadev — is the auspicious one, the destroyer of illusion, the meditator on Mount Kailash. Crescent moon in his matted hair, serpent at his throat, trident in his hand, he is the inner stillness behind the dance of the universe. Shiva is for those who walk a contemplative path.

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