A hand-painted form of Hanuman — capturing the moment of the chest opening, in which he reveals Ram and Sita residing within his heart. This version brings the form to life through successive layers of color applied individually by hand, rendering the devotional depth of the subject in warm, expressive detail. It is a piece suited to households where a rich devotional presence is welcomed alongside considered design.
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. Hand-painting draws out the full presence of the form: warm complexion, defined features, careful attention to the garments, crown, and chest ornaments that frame the central gesture.
Ornament & Detail
Each piece is painted individually by hand and carries its own character. Traditional color is applied with care — warm golden tones across the crown, chest ornaments, and jewelry; rich pigment in the garments and sash; careful treatment of the tail and the base. The central heart-opening is rendered with particular attention: the two small forms of Ram and Sita visible within the chest are brought into clear focus by the contrasting tones of the interior cavity against the surrounding figure. Variations in painting are part of the piece’s character; no two finish identically.
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. The hand-painted finish lends it a devotional warmth that makes it particularly suited to gift-giving — for Hanuman Jayanti, housewarmings, and occasions where a richly finished sacred object is appropriate. For those building a Ram-centered devotional arrangement, the Ram Lalla Murti makes a natural companion — the deity and his most devoted servant, together.
Also available as a sculptural form in Sandstone or Terracotta finish for a more restrained, contemporary 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, then hand-painted and finished to order. Produced in the USA. Each piece is made individually; after printing, the form is trimmed and sanded, then painted in successive layers by hand. Color and finish details will vary piece to piece as a natural quality of hand production — no two are identical.
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, hand-painted
- 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. Colour and finish details will vary by piece as a natural quality of hand painting. 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.
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