Antique Bronze Ganesha Statue, Khmer (Cambodia) standing. Origin: Temple Precinct, Northern District, Cambodia. Composition: Cast of Bronze (Copper-Tin mix), with oxidized patina. Dimensions: Height 58cm / 23. Observation: Excellent Condition, rich green patina over dark bronze, minor abrasions and flaws typical of the period. Please examine the detailed photos for quality. A classical bronze-cast antique Khmer style Ganesha, in the popular Bayon style, an ancient mix of Hindu and Buddhist art and culture. Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity from Hindu mythology, son of Shiva and Parvati, is celebrated as the Remover of Obstacles, the bringer of good success and fortune, signified by the direction of his trunk, (symbolically curled to the left). In his right hand he holds his broken tusk and in the other offers a rolled ball of rice. Left to taste a sweet in. Is a particularly archaic feature. With his other hands he offers the Chakra and a musical conch shell. In his early forms in India, Lord Ganesh was initially a god of fertility, until later when he became widely revered as the Remover of Obstacles and furthermore, as the Lord of Beginnings and patron of arts, sciences and a representation of intellect, wisdom and generosity. Ganesha is instantly recognizable among the Hindu gods. We are sure he will bring to your home a unique atmosphere, representing the skilled work of Cambodian bronzesmiths and sculptors, whose traditions and craft have been honed and passed down through many generations, reaching hundreds of years back to the majesty of the Angkor period. We hope our sculptures find the perfect home with you! The item “Khmer Antique Style Bronze Ganesha 19th Century Cambodian 58cm/23″ is in sale since Saturday, February 23, 2019. This item is in the category “Home, Furniture & DIY\Home Decor\Sculptures & Figurines”. The seller is “unsomara” and is located in London. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Style: Asian/Oriental
- Material: Bronze
- Region: SE Asia
- Main Colour: Green
- Unit Quantity: 1
- Theme: Religious
- Type: Small Sculpture
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Cambodia
- Height: 58 cm
- Modified Item: No