Antique Javanese style bronze dancing Ganesha from Indonesia. Ganesha stands on a circular base decorated with lotus flowers. A decorated aureole, with flaming rim, can be seen behind him, confirming his divinity. The distinctive patina of the piece is particularly delightful. Ganesha is the elephant headed son of Shiva. He holds his broken tusk in one hand and a bowl of sweetmeats in another hand. 

Ganesha is often found playing a musical instrument. 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. Medium: Bronze Dimensions: 42cm/17” General Condition: Good condition. Consistent with age. SCBR2857 For more beautiful Asian Art please also visit our website - HDAsianArt.com