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Ganesh - Antique Thai Style Bronze Seated Ganesha - 23cm/9"
Measures - (Height) 23cm/9"
An antique Thai style bronze seated Ganesha.
In the pantheon of Hindu deities, Lord Ganesha stands as a beloved figure, revered as the remover of obstacles and the harbinger of wisdom and success.
This unique portrayal of Ganesh carries profound symbolism, offering insights into the multifaceted nature of this revered deity.
Ganesha is the elephant headed son of Shiva. He holds one hand in a gesture of protection and a bowl of sweetmeats in another hand.
He also holds an axe and noose. Whilst an elephant-headed deity wielding a weapon, axe or lasso may inspire images of a belligerent warhead, rest assured these items represent something far more encouraging. Instead, these instruments are rooted in metaphor and promote the idea that we should cut away the obstacles before us. In destroying our vices and obstacles, be they certain hurdles in our lives or more abstract feelings such as jealousy and anger, we can source new beginnings and cultivate a new approach to the things that have been worrying us.
Similar to Krishna Ganesha celebrates life through it's pleasures and beauty.
The direction of Ganesha's trunk has symbolic meaning. Here the trunk turns to Ganesha's left. This signifies the direction for success in the world. It is a position associated with grihastas, or householders.
In his early forms in India, Ganesha was associated with fertility. Later he became widely revered as the Remover of Obstacles and more generally as Lord of Beginnings and Lord of Obstacles, patron of arts and sciences and the deity of intellect and wisdom.
As devotees contemplate this unique portrayal, they are invited to delve deeper into the essence of Ganesha's teachings and embrace the timeless wisdom encapsulated in his divine form.
The distinctive patina of the piece is particularly delightful.
One of the most recognizable of the Asian deities this representation of Ganesha is sure to enlighten your home with endlessly timeless style.
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By reflecting on the story of the Buddha, the monkey, and the monks, we are reminded of the importance of selflessness and unity in our lives.