Hanuman is a devotee of Rama. He worshipped along with Rama or as an independent deity. When shown with Rama, he is a part of a group that includes Sita( Rama’s wife) and Lakshman (Rama’s younger brother). Hanuman is a popular deity among rural and urban folks.

Here, Hanuman is standing in Samapada and is relatively stiff as seen from the back. His hands are in anjali mudra, in prayer. This statue is fully decorated with ornaments. He is wearing full length dhoti.

One unusual feature of this figure is the way his tail frames him, almost like Prabhavali. There are two holes at the back of the base, suggesting that at some stage this sculpture had a prabhavali. He is holding a gada (mace) tucked between his upper body and left hand.

It appears this image is meant for independent worship. Tail farming Hanuman, a show of belligerence or power, two holes for prabhavali and holding of mace are indicators.

This sculpture is 19 cm in height and is solid cast. At this height, it probably is meant for worship in a temple.

This bronze may be from Tamil Nadu. The patina is deep. This may not be any earlier than the 19th century.