Leonard Kalina Fine Arts

Other Asian Art Image Enlargement

WHITE MARBLE GANESH a beautiful, fully carved image of the Hindu God who removes obstacles. These figures were placed in household and temple shrines, where they were repeatedly anointed and consecrated. This accounts for the residue of red paint on the surface and the rich golden vein running through the piece. Repeated rubbing by worshippers asking Ganesh for assistance caused the wear on the forehead and nose.
Maharashtra, India, 19th Cent. Height - 17"