Bhuta Female Attendant

Originating from the spirit worship traditions of coastal Karnataka, Bhuta figures are sacred representations used in ritual performances to honor powerful local deities and ancestral spirits. Rooted in pre-Hindu animistic beliefs and later influenced by Shaivism, these figures are carved from wood or cast in metal and are central to ceremonies invoking protection, healing, and community well-being.

Chikku, the vibrant female attendants, painted in bold colors and embodying the feminine force of protection and nurture within the Bhuta tradition.