Find Antiques Hindu God Statues, Idols, Sculptures, and Masterpieces

The statue of a Hindu god is a physical arca of everything that particular murti embodies. When treated with reverence, love, and devotion, we are able to bridge the gap between the concept and form of Indian gods and goddesses, infusing our own being and life with those traits and energies each represents. That's why you will find small idols in cars, and Hindu statues of all sizes on desks or adorning homes and puja rooms in India and around the world. They also make thoughtful gifts for weddings, births, and at the beginnings of new ventures.

At StatueStudio, we take this reverence very seriously by adding only the finest, most authentic examples of Indian religious statuary and idols to our collection. Feel free to browse any category to learn more about each deity and see our Hindu god and goddess statues up close before you buy one online.

Our Collection

Our collection of exquisitely crafted Hindu gods and goddesses is one of the largest and most varied available for purchase online. The murti are crafted from a range of materials, and are available in minimalist designs or adorned with semi-precious stones like turquoise and coral. Many are cast from brass or plated and trimmed in gold, which is considered a satvik or pure metal. Both lend a warm and soothing aura to meditation or murthi puja. You will also find a range of antiques, masterpieces, silver Hindu idols, and resin Hindu deities in our inventory.

Ganesha

The elephant-headed Indian god and son of Shiva and Parvati is one of the most recognizable and beloved in all of Hindu lore. Our collection depicts Ganapati in all of his representations. He is the god of good fortune and new beginnings, symbolizing birth and creation. Choose one today to remove obstacles to abundance and bring success, joy, and prosperity into your life or someone else's.

Natraja

Nataraja is a murti of the God Shiva, also known as the Shaiva Siddhanta, ecstatic dancer of the universe. In this form, Shiva dances in a ring of fire representing the universe manifest. He is balancing on one foot atop of the back of Apasmara, symbolizing ignorance, and the left leg is raised in the air to signify deliverance from earthly cares. The dance he is performing is the pancakritya, or five activities of Shiva. His third eye is wide open, and in one of his four hands, he holds fire of destruction. The upper right hand is holding the drum of creation, and the two lower hands are posed in attitudes signifying absence of fear - abhaya mudra - and of assurance that the path to liberation is through God.

Krishna

Lord Krishna is the eight incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu. His appearance on earth is celebrated during August, or Janmashtami in the Hindu calendar, in one of the biggest festivals of the year. Krishna is the embodiment of love, compassion, and caring who was sent to earth to rid it of wickedness and evil doing. His name comes from the Sanskrit word for black or dark blue, and his idols are often in one of those colors. One of the most familiar murti is of the young Krishna playing his flute.

Shiva

Lord Shiva is the third of the Trimurti (trinity) of Hindu gods, along with Lords Brahma and Vishnu. Husband of Parvati and father of Lord Ganessa, he is one of the most important in the pantheon of gods, protecting us and ridding the world of evil. His neck is said to be dark blue because he swallowed poison to save humanity, which earned him the name Nilakantha. Lord Shiva is the Destroyer. He is also associated with time, and is thought to destroy the universe at the end of each cycle to make room for new creation.

Vishnu

Lord Vishnu is the second god of the Trimurti in Hindu religion. Lord Brahma creates the universe, Shiva destroys it after its cycle to be rebuilt, and Lord Vishnu protects and preserves it during his time. There are nine major incarnations of Vishnu, and he returns to earth when balance is needed between good and evil. There is a belief that his tenth incarnation will be the last for all humanity. He is also blue-skinned, and his four hands carry the symbols of his powers. The conch shell represents the OM sound and creation, the discus symbolizes the mind, the lotus blossom for liberation and being, and the mace for physical and mental strength.

Hanuman

He a symbol of strength and courage to devotees. A follower of Rama and central character in the epic Ramayana, Hanuman is one of the best-known and loved figures of Hindu lore. He is known as Pawanputra, the son of the wind lord, and is an incarnation of Lord Shiva. His mother is the devoted Anjana who wished the great Lord was her son. He is sometimes depicted with the face of a monkey because his mother was cursed to transform into a monkey-faced woman when she fell in love. As fate would have it, she fell in love with the monkey king, Kesari. Sindoor is used by his followers to get rid of difficulties in their life on the pronouncement of Lord Rama; Hanuman once smeared the substance all over his body in an effort to please the Lord.

Rama

Ramachandra is the seventh form of the Hindu god Vishnu. He represents the characteristics of virtue and honor. His story is told in the epic tale Ramayana, which means "Rama's journey". His idols are usually depicted as standing murtis that hold an arrow in one hand and a bow in the other. Since uprightness and honor are two of his traits, followers may be said to aspire to become "straight arrows" themselves. Temples often face shrines to Hanuman, and "Ram" is a common greeting when meeting friends.

Balaji

Also known as the Lord of the Seven Hills, the temple of Tirupati Balaji sits atop the peaks of a range that Lord Vishnu chose as an alternative home on earth. The area has very distinct rock formations and characteristics that remain mysterious to all but Balaji's followers. He is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu sent to the inhabitants of the seven hills as thanks after the sage Narayana prayed to him. He appeared with four arms, which carried the wheel of time and a conch, and dispense care and compassion to the people of Tirumala.

Sai Baba

Shirdi Sai Baba was a guru and spiritual master who is considered a saint among Hindu and Muslim followers, who call him Saibaba. He is believed to be an avatar of Dattatreya and Lord Shiva. Devotees believe he is the creator, protector, and destroyer of the universe, and his murti are often adorned with jewels. His attributes include love, compassion, charity, and a disdain for that which is perishable. His motto is said to be "Look to me, and I shall look to you".

Indra

A well-known guardian god in both Hinduism and Buddhism, Indra is the king of the heavens, ruler of thunder, lightning, rain, and rivers. In Western mythologies, he is compared to the Greek god, Zeus, or Odin. He is celebrated among devotees as the conqueror of the serpent, Vritra, who represents the physical embodiment of evil. Because of this victory, prosperity and happiness are possible on earth. His idols often depict him riding on a white elephant and carrying the thunderbolt, Vajra.

Goddesses

It is said in the West that behind every man is a good woman. The same can be said in the East, as embodied by the goddesses of Hindu lore. They are more than mere handmaidens, with legends and traits all their own, earning them a place in the realm of powerful deities.

Laxmi

As the wife and feminine energy (shakti) of Lord Vishnu, Laxmi is the goddess of wealth and prosperity. As a kind of counterpoint to the Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, she forms one third of the female triumvirate that includes Parvati and Saraswati. She is sometimes called Sri Laxmi because she also embodies the six qualities of Lord Vishnu. descending to earth as the respective consorts of Vishnu as his incarnations of Rama and Krishna. In Hindu wedding ceremonies, she is represented as the embodiment of a women as the youthful bride. She is usually depicted standing or sitting on a lotus blossom holding a lotus or the representations for the four goals of humanity, artha, dharma, kama, and moksha.

Saraswati

The Goddess Saraswati makes up one third of the female trinity in Hindu religion, who help their counterparts, Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva to create and maintain balance in the universe, Her form symbolizes art, music, creativity, and a love of learning. Those who worship her idol seek those qualities and the wisdom she generates. Saraswati is celebrated on fifth day of spring with the Vasant Panchami, a festival that centers on teaching young children. She is often dressed in white and carrying a white lotus in art, and depicted carrying musical instrument, a book, a rosary, and a water pot in each of her four hands. You may also find idols depicting her with four heads like her husband Brahma, standing for reason, intellect, imagination, and ego.

Kali

One of the better-known Hindu goddesses, Kali is the black-faced goddess of creation, destruction, and power. She is the wife of one of Shiva and one of the 10 Mahavidyas. Her avatar is compatible with the protector and Divine Mother or Universal Mother, also called Adi Parashakti. In statue form, she is often shown holding a sword, a severed head, a trident, and a bowl to catch the blood from the severed head. You may also have seen statues of Kali wearing a garland of human skulls around her neck. These depictions represent the triumph of humans over ego and selfish aims.

Parvati

Parvati might be said to represent a woman in her prime of fertility and motherhood. She returned to earth in this form to remarry Shiva after her first form, Sati, was murdered by him. She is said to have more than 100 names, many of which mean Daughter of the mountain or some form of Mother or Earth Goddess. Parvati is the Mother of Lord Ganesh, created from the dust of her body after Shiva refused her a child. She is the third of the feminine trinity of Hindu lore, she has only two hands when posed with Shiva. They are often immortalized in statues as being in union, symbolizing the yoni and linga, of the womb and source of all life. In other murti, she is sitting alone of with Ganesh or her other child, Kartikeya, balanced on one knee. In her four hands, she holds at various times a mirror, conch shell, rosary, crown, belt, farming tool, dish, sugar cane, or flowers.

Durga

Derived from the Sanskrit word for "inaccessible," Durga is a a very popular form of the goddess, Shakti. She is considered a calming influence who bring order to chaos. Durga is also a very formidable enemy who was born fully grown, a creation of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva to defeat the powerful demon, Mahisasura. In statuary and art, you will often find her riding a tiger and holding weapons of war in one of her many hands. She is variously depicted with eight or 10 arms, and she represents inner strength and determination.

Radha

The very popular goddess of kindness, love, and beauty, Radha is also known as Radhika or Radhe. She was one of the Shakti and a lover of Shiva's, the cow maiden to his cowherd, and represents the soul and spiritual longing. Those who chant the name of Radha with a heart that's pure are said to be accompanied by Krishna. She is often represented in statues as a sensuous woman, leaning against Krishna as he plays his flute, a symbol of adoration and romantic love.

Ganesha Laxmi Saraswati

This trio is usually grouped together as separate statues or on the same base. Many wonder why this may be, but if you think about what each represents it's not such a mystery. Ganesh is the god of prosperity, and Saraswati represents peace. The group is there to balance the desire for wealth with the calmness required when the need of material things is strong enough to override reason. Another connection hat brings this unlikely trio together is their relationships. Vishnu is the husband the husband of Lakshmi and Saraswati, and Ganesh is married to Buddi (representing the qualities of Saraswati) and Siddhi (the characteristics of Laxmi).

Radha Krishna

Statues bearing the murti of Krishna and his lover, Radha, are said to represent the energies of the feminine and the realities of manhood. Together, they characterize the creator and our unconditional love for him. In this form, Radha is also thought to encapture the strength of the primacies of the male trinity, eternal bliss, eternal life, and consciousness.

Ganesha Laxmi

This paring is usually worshiped together, and therefore depicted together, during Diwali. The legend states that Lord Vishnu talked to Laxmi of the fact that she had no children as a way of deflating her ego. She went to her friend Parvati and asked for one of her sons to cherish and raise as her own. She adopted Lord Ganesha, to whom she willed all of her future possessions and good fortune. She also decreed that whenever she was worshiped, her adopted son should be worshiped as well.

Vishnu Lakshmi

As one of the favorite marriages in Hindu religion, it is natural that this pair should often be depicted and worshiped together. Lord Vishnu is the protector and preserver of life, but also of diminishing the ego. Lakshmi is the Goddess of light, wealth, and good fortune. Without the characteristics of humility over ego, the attainment of wealth and abundance may create an imbalance that results in greed or vanity. In order to enjoy wealth and fortune, it must be tempered with intelligence and humility to preserve a peaceful life.

Apsara

Asapara are spirits that inhabit the clouds and wind. Collectively, there are a total of 44 Asaparas, 34 that are considered worldly, and 10 other that are divine. They are the wives of Indra's court musicians. In statues, they are lone figures of beautiful women dancing or playing an instrument. They might be compared to the muses of Greek mythology, and would make a great present for a dancer, musician, or writer.

Other Gods

In addition to the deities listed above, you also find presentations of Lord Brahma, first god of the trinity and creator of the universe; Lady Naga, the serpentine goddess guardian of the Three Realms; Dhanvantari, the medicine god of the Ayurveda; Garuda, the mighty bird vehicle of Lord Vishnu; and many other revered figures of Hindu lore and worship. Our Indian statues and idols range in sizes from three inches tall to more than five feet high, so you're sure to find one that suits your purpose and space.

Where to Buy Hindu Statues Online

When you're looking for authenticity and quality that's delivered right to your doorstep, StatueStudio is awaiting your order. We carry a large selection of elegant, hand-crafted Hindu god statues and worship accessories.

Nitin Jain is a antique statue expert. He has been dealing with Hindu Gods statues, idols, sculptures for several years. You can find more information at statuestudio.com.