5.2" solid brass Shiva, Parvati, Ganesh — Trident held upright behind Shiva, jata with crescent, Ganesh in lap area. 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

Decorative stone inlay — turquoise, coral, lapis, or coloured glass — is set into the brass body by hand. Each inlay piece is cut and seated individually; no two pieces are exactly alike. 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