Description

Height: 85cm

Width: 20cm

A vibrant and deeply expressive example of folk religious art, this hand-carved wooden statue represents Ganesha, the beloved Hindu deity known as the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom, beginnings, and prosperity.

Carved in a charmingly naïve yet powerful style, this figure is adorned with remnants of vivid red, pink, green, and yellow pigments.

It wears a long garland of real cowrie shells and seed beads, traditionally associated with prosperity and ritual offering.

The statue features Ganesha’s characteristic elephant head and ornate headdress, while its weathered surface reflects authentic signs of ritual use and age.

Originating from rural India and likely used in a home shrine or village temple, this rustic piece is full of character and spirituality, embodying the devotional artistry of the region.