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Marble Murti Size Guide
Choose the right marble murti size for your home mandir, puja room, or temple — with measurement tips and deity-specific recommendations from Jaipur artisans.
Marble Murti Size Guide by Mandir Type
| Mandir / Use | Recommended Size | Example Deities |
|---|---|---|
| Compact home shelf | 6–9 inch | Ganesh, Lakshmi mini |
| Standard home mandir | 9–12 inch | Ganesh, Shiva, Krishna |
| Large home temple room | 15–18 inch | Radha Krishna, Shiv Parvati |
| Dedicated puja room | 18–24 inch | Ram Darbar, Durga |
| Temple sanctum | 24 inch – life-size | Main deity, temple sets |
| Entrance / foyer | 12–18 inch | Ganesh, Hanuman |
How to Measure for Your Marble Murti
- Measure shelf height and leave 2 inches clearance above the crown.
- Measure shelf depth — the base should fit with 1 inch margin on each side.
- For sitting poses, height is crown-to-base; for standing, include pedestal height.
- Paired deities (Radha Krishna) need combined width — measure total shelf length.
Deity-Specific Size Notes
Ganesh
9–12″ for home; 18–24″ for temple entrance. Sitting pose most popular for shelves.
Shiva Lingam
Height = base diameter ratio 1:1.5. Minimum 12″ for visible detail.
Radha Krishna
12″ minimum for flute detail. 18″+ recommended for standing pairs.
Ram Darbar
Full set needs 36″+ shelf width. Individual pieces from 12″ each.
Frequently Asked Questions
9 to 12 inches for standard home mandirs. Compact shelves may use 6–9 inches.
Temple sanctum main deities are typically 24 inches to life-size. Consult our team for proportional sizing.
Measure shelf height, width, and depth. Leave 2 inches above the crown and 1 inch margin on each side of the base.
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Definition
Marble Murti Size
Marble murti size is measured crown-to-base in inches. Home mandirs typically use 9–18 inch idols; temple sanctums use 24 inches to life-size. Leave 2 inches clearance above the crown when measuring your mandir shelf.
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Size Recommendations
- Home mandir
- 9–12 inches
- Puja room
- 15–18 inches
- Temple main deity
- 24″ – life-size
- Clearance rule
- 2 inches above crown