A Hanuman murti capturing the moment of the chest opening — the form in which Hanuman reveals Ram and Sita residing within his heart. Designed for altars, shelves, and contemplative domestic spaces.

Form & Posture

This piece presents Hanuman in a standing posture of composed devotion, his hands drawing open his chest to reveal the divine forms within. The gesture is one of the most recognizable in Hindu sacred iconography — simultaneously an act of strength and surrender. The overall stance is upright and dignified, radiating calm rather than drama.

Ornament & Detail

The figure carries detailed surface treatment across the crown, chest ornaments, and garments. The face carries an expression of quiet devotion — absorbed, not theatrical. Available in two finishes: Sandstone, a warm neutral with the presence of natural stone, and Terracotta, a deeper earthen tone that adds warmth and visual presence. Both allow the form and gesture to remain the visual centre.

The Heart Opening

The central element of this murti — Hanuman parting his chest to reveal Ram and Sita — is among the most beloved images in the Vaishnava tradition. It is understood as the ultimate expression of bhakti: the devotee whose very body holds the divine as its substance. As a sculptural subject, it is dense with meaning yet visually direct. This version renders it with clarity and care, neither overworking the imagery nor flattening it. The two small forms revealed within — Ram and Sita seated together — are kept legible without becoming busy, allowing the gesture itself to remain the focus. The image carries a precise theological claim: that devotion, fully lived, becomes the place where the divine dwells rather than the means of approaching it.

In the Home

This Hanuman murti holds its presence well in a dedicated prayer corner, home altar, or on a shelf alongside other sacred objects. Its vertical form is suited to spaces with some height. At 10 inches, it carries weight without dominating a room. For those building a Ram-centered devotional arrangement, the Ram Lalla Murti makes a natural companion — the deity and his most devoted servant, together. The piece sits well alongside a brass lamp, a small bowl for prasad, or fresh marigolds on Tuesdays and Saturdays, the days traditionally given to Hanuman across most regional traditions.

Also available in a richly detailed hand-painted edition for those seeking a more devotional and expressive presentation.

About Hanuman

Hanuman — also known as Anjaneya (son of Anjana), Maruti (son of the wind), Bajrangbali, and Pavanputra — is among the most widely venerated figures in Hindu tradition — present in the Ramayana as the embodiment of devotion, courage, and selfless service to Shri Ram. He is associated with strength, loyalty, protection, and the capacity to overcome obstacles through faith and effort. His forms in sacred art are numerous, but this heart-opening depiction is among the most intimate and theologically rich, translating the interior life of devotion into a sculptural form. He is honored particularly during Hanuman Jayanti, on Tuesdays and Saturdays in weekly observance, and through the recitation of the Hanuman Chalisa and the Sundarkand — texts that hold a central place in domestic devotional life across Northern and Central India and far beyond.

Material & Making

3D printed in plant-derived PLA biopolymer and hand-finished to order. Available in Sandstone and Terracotta finishes. Produced in the USA. Each piece is made individually — the form is printed in layered cross-sections and then trimmed, sanded, and finished by hand. Minor variations in surface and finish are natural to the process and contribute to the character of each piece.

Details:

Dimensions (9.8″): 9.8″ × 5.6″ × 3.7″ (248 × 142 × 93 mm)
Dimensions (13.3″): 13.3″ × 7.6″ × 5.0″ (339 × 194 × 127 mm)
Material: PLA biopolymer
Production: Made to order
Made in: USA

Care note:

Minor layer lines and small surface variations are a natural part of the 3D printing and hand-finishing process and contribute to the character of each piece. Color and finish details may vary. This murti is not intended for immersion in water, milk, or other liquids. PLA can soften under high heat; keep away from direct sunlight, heaters, and hot vehicles.