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Natraj Statue at Home: Meaning, Placement and Choosing a Size
by TOHFA · 9 Oct 2026
Natraj, or Nataraja, shows Shiva as the lord of dance, with a raised foot and a ring of fire around him. It is one of the most famous images in Indian art, and a Natraj in brass is a statement piece as well as a sacred one.
What it means
In the Natraj form, Shiva dances the cosmic cycle of creation, preservation and dissolution. He stands on a dwarf, who stands for ignorance, and the circle of flames represents the universe. The drum in one hand is the sound of creation, and the flame in another is destruction. Many see in the image the idea that the universe is always in motion.
A gift for artists and dancers
Natraj is the patron of dance and the arts, so it is a fitting gift for a dancer, a musician or an art lover.
Placement
Place it at a raised, clean location, such as a shelf in the living room, a study or the puja room. Many families place it facing the entrance or the east.
Sizes
A 4 inch Natraj is a compact piece for a desk or a shelf. An 8 inch Natraj has more presence, and suits a console or a living room.
A lightweight option
The lightweight 8 inch design gives the size of the larger piece, with a lower weight, and the colour may vary slightly between pieces.
Care
Dust it regularly and wipe it with a soft cloth. Polish gently, as the detail is fine.
Other Shiva pieces
If you want a family image, see the Shiv Parivaar and Ardhanarishvara pieces.
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