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Crafting Legacy in Stone

Since 1971, three generations of the Sharma family have shaped Makrana marble into idols, temples and interiors that carry devotion in every chisel mark — from a rented shop in Jaipur to installations across India and beyond.

0Where It Began
0Generations of Craft
0Sacred Marble Varieties
Pan-India
& Global
Temples, Homes & Hotels
Philosophy & Values

What Guides Us

Four principles, carried from Pt. Lallu Prasad Sharma's chisel to ours — they shape every idol we carve and every family we serve.

Devotion
Every idol leaves our workshop only after our karigars are satisfied it is fit to be worshipped — not just admired. That standard hasn't moved since 1971.
Excellence
From a 108-inch black marble idol for Palitana Tirth to hospitality installations for Hilton, we've held one standard regardless of scale.
Heritage
Kajor Mal Sharma trained under National Award-winning sculptor Pt. Lallu Prasad Sharma. That inherited discipline still trains every karigar who joins us today.
Precision
Modern tools now sit beside traditional hand-carving — not to replace it, but to make sure precision never depends on chance.
Vision & Mission

Why We Carve

Everything on this page — the years, the marble, the hands — exists to serve one purpose.

Our Vision

A Sharma family workshop, trusted worldwide

To be the most trusted name in sacred and sculptural marble artistry — carrying Rajasthan's centuries-old carving tradition into temples, homes and landmarks around the world, one idol at a time.

Our Mission
  • Pass forward hand-carving techniques to the next generation of karigars, unbroken.
  • Hand-select every block of marble at the source for purity, strength and grain.
  • Pair inherited craftsmanship with modern infrastructure for a consistent, gallery-grade finish.
  • Make bespoke marble artistry accessible — from a home puja mandir to a landmark temple commission.
The Space

Craft and Infrastructure

Blending traditional craftsmanship with modern infrastructure to deliver precision, consistency and excellence in every marble creation.

The People

Where Craft Meets Vision

Three generations, one workshop — the hands and minds behind every Shilakrut creation.

Kajor Mal Sharma
Kajor Mal Sharma
Founder & Managing Director
Arrived in Jaipur in 1971 to learn marble craftsmanship under his uncle, Pt. Lallu Prasad Sharma (National Award, 1991). Founded the workshop independently in 1998.
Shankar Sharma
Shankar Sharma
Co-Founder & Director
Joined in 2004, bringing the second generation into the business and steering its growth through major temple commissions and corporate formalisation.
Ravi Sharma
Ravi Sharma
Co-Founder & Director
Leads the Shilakrut era — the youngest son bringing brand-led, global positioning to a five-decade craft legacy.
The Material

Purity Selected at the Source

Every block is hand-selected for purity, strength and grain — before it ever meets a chisel.

Makrana Marble idol
Makrana Marble — The Stone of Eternity

India's most revered marble, trusted for temple sanctums and sacred idols for centuries.

Vietnam White marble lion pair
Vietnam White — Precision in Purity

Ultra-white marble crafted for refined detailing, modern sacred forms, and global installations.

Rajnagar Marble Statue
Rajnagar — The Artisan's Marble

Naturally soft-grain stone ideal for intricate hand carving and expressive traditional idols.

Dholpur Marble
Dholpur Stone — Strength Beneath the Sacred

Durable stone widely used for temple flooring, plinths, and architectural foundations.

Jaisalmer Stone
Jaisalmer Stone — Warmth of Heritage

Golden-toned marble enhancing temple facades, columns, and timeless architectural aesthetics.

Bhainslana Black marble Tirupati idol
Bhainslana Black — Power in Contrast

Deep black marble chosen for commanding idols, sacred focal elements, and visual depth.

The Workshop

The Making of Divinity

Our workshops unite generations-old craftsmanship with modern infrastructure, advanced tools, and quality-controlled processes.

Shilakrut workshop — hand carving
Shilakrut workshop — lion pair carving
Shilakrut workshop — polishing
Shilakrut workshop — gold detailing
Precision, Consistency and Excellence

Every idol moves through hand-carving, detailing and finishing under one roof — allowing precision, consistency and excellence across every Shilakrut creation.

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Hand-Carving — the raw block takes form under a karigar's chisel.
02
Detailing & Gold Work — features, jewellery and finish are refined by hand.
03
Polishing & Quality Check — every idol is inspected before it leaves the workshop.
Why Shilakrut

What Sets Us Apart

Five decades of craft, distilled into what you can actually expect when you work with us.

01
Three Generations of Karigars
Since 1971, skill has passed hand to hand within one family workshop — not hired in from outside.
02
Sourced at the Quarry
Six marble varieties — Makrana, Vietnam White, Rajnagar, Dholpur, Jaisalmer and Bhainslana Black — each hand-selected before it reaches our workshop.
03
Everything Under One Roof
From raw block to finished, gold-detailed idol — carving, polishing and finishing all happen in-house.
04
Proven at Scale
A 108-inch idol for Palitana Tirth. Temple projects across Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh. Scale has never compromised finish.
05
Trusted Beyond India
From temple sanctums to a Hilton Hotel installation — our marble now travels well past Rajasthan.
06
Design-to-Doorstep
A dedicated design studio and project estimator mean your commission is planned, priced and tracked — not left to guesswork.
Our Journey

A Legacy of Excellence

Five decades, three generations, one chisel-line running through all of it.

The Origins · 1971–1999
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1971
The First Step

Kajor Mal Sharma arrives in Jaipur from the village of Prithvipura near Alwar, with a singular purpose — to master the art of marble craftsmanship under his uncle, Pt. Lallu Prasad Sharma (National Award, 1991).

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1998
Independent Beginnings

After years working beside his uncle, Kajor Mal Sharma steps forward on his own, laying the foundation for a venture rooted in craftsmanship, integrity and devotion.

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1999
Birth of Shankar Moorti Arts

With limited resources but boundless determination, the firm is established from a small rented shop — funded by a personal loan and backed by brother Gajanand Sharma.

Building the Legacy · 2004–2015
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2004
The Second Generation Joins

Elder son Shankar Sharma joins the business, bringing renewed energy and continuity to the craft.

🙏
2006
A Sacred Milestone

A 108-inch black marble idol is commissioned for the revered Palitana Tirth — establishing national recognition for scale and precision.

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2009
First Major Temple Project

Execution of the first large-scale temple project at the renowned Ambala Vijay Indradinn Temple marks a turning point toward institutional and trust-led work.

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2012
Expansion Across States

A significant temple project in Chhattisgarh extends the workshop's presence beyond Rajasthan for the first time.

🌍
2013
International Recognition

The first international project is delivered for Hilton Hotel — marking entry into global hospitality and architectural installations.

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2015
Corporate Transformation

The proprietorship evolves into a private limited entity, formalising governance, scalability and long-term vision.

The Modern Chapter · 2016–2026
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2016
Digital Expansion

An e-commerce initiative, Moortikart, is launched — extending reach to global customers through digital platforms.

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2017–2025
Growth, Resilience & Consolidation

Expansion across temple and institutional projects, with growing exports. Moortikart is phased out to refocus on core craftsmanship; despite COVID-related disruptions, the business emerges more focused and resilient.

2026
The Shilakrut Era

Youngest son Ravi Sharma joins the business, ushering in a new phase of brand-led global positioning. Shilakrut — a luxury art house embodying heritage craftsmanship with contemporary vision — is born.

Testimonials

Voice of Trust Crafted Over Time

From temple trusts to private patrons across geographies, our clients share their experiences of craftsmanship, transparency, and devotion.

"

I purchased a Ganesha marble moorti from Shilakrut in 2020, and I couldn't be more impressed. The craftsmanship is exceptional, with intricate details that truly bring the statue to life. The quality of the marble is top-notch, and the finish is flawless.

Mr. Anand Tripathi
Delhi, India
"

Very nice collection of handcrafted sculptures. Traditional as well as modern craftsmanship available with numerous designs and good quality marble.

Mr. Nilam Kumar
Temple Trust Member, Gurugram, Haryana
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We recently got moorti work done for our society's temple and amazing work done by them. Superior material and awesome finish — I could feel the love and dedication.

Mr. Jasvir Singh
Gurugram, Haryana, India
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