Ganesha Statue - Antique Vietnamese Style Stone Cham Mounted Ganesha Torso Statue - 70cm/28"

Antique Vietnamese Style Stone Cham Mounted Ganesha Torso Statue - 70cm/28"

Measures (Height) 70cm/28"

A Vietnamese 8th century Cham style sandstone mounted Ganesha torso. This two-armed form of the elephant-headed son of Shiva and Parvati demonstrates the sophistication of Cham sculptures.

The stone Vietnamese Cham Ganesha stands as a testament to the rich cultural and religious tapestry of Southeast Asia.

Ganesha is represented as the embodiment of the asceticism exemplified by his father. His elephant features are sensitively and naturalistically rendered and blend seamlessly into the anthropomorphic figure beneath. Typical, of 8th century Cham style.

Ganesha, the elephant-headed god, is one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. Known as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences, and the deity of intellect and wisdom, Ganesha is widely worshipped across various cultures that have adopted Hindu traditions. In Cham art, Ganesha is depicted with the characteristic elephant head, pot-bellied human body, and multiple arms.

Here, Ganesha's torso is clothed in a finely carved short sampot knotted at the waist, in the Khmer 8th/9th century Angkor Borei style, standing frontally with squared shoulders and hips. The stone finely polished.

Ganesha is the elephant headed son of Shiva. He holds a bowl of sweetmeats in one hand. In his other hand his broken tusk. 

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.

The Cham artisans skillfully integrated local styles with Indian influences, resulting in a unique artistic expression. The intricate carvings exhibit fluidity and dynamism, capturing the divine essence of Ganesha. The statues' facial expressions, ornamentation, and posture reflect both spiritual significance and aesthetic sensibilities.

The elephant head, with its large ears and trunk, is meticulously detailed, emphasizing Ganesha's wisdom and power. 

This Vietnamese Cham Ganesha is not only a remarkable piece of art but also a significant cultural artifact that encapsulates the spiritual and artistic achievements of the Cham civilization. Through these sculptures, we gain a deeper appreciation for the rich tapestry of history, religion, and art that defines the heritage of Southeast Asia.

To aid with safe shipping your Ganesha will be wood crated before shipping. There is no additional cost for this packing, crating and shipping service. 

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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