Standing Ganesha Bronze Statuette from India circa 1880 with Lotus Pedestal

Description

This Indian bronze statuette depicts Ganesha standing with four arms on a lotus pedestal. It is attributed to the late 19th century, circa 1880.

The elephant-headed deity wears a tall headdress, jewellery and a garment enriched with incised details. His trunk curves towards one of the lower hands, while the arms carry several attributes, including an axe-shaped implement. The upright composition brings together the decorated clothing, prominent head and rounded lotus base.

Mushika, Ganesha’s rat companion, appears at his feet. Two serpent-like motifs rise on either side of the legs. The circular pedestal is decorated with a clearly defined ring of lotus petals.

The bronze has a warm honey-brown patina, with lighter areas on the raised surfaces and darker deposits in the recesses. Wear and rubbing are visible on the projecting details, consistent with repeated handling and possible devotional use. The underside of the pedestal is hollow and retains an irregular surface.

This small sculpture offers an engaging example of Hindu devotional imagery, with particular appeal to collectors of Indian bronzes and religious art.

Details

• Origin: India.

• Proposed date: late 19th century, circa 1880.

• Material: bronze.

• Height: 12.7 cm.

• Width: 6.3 cm.

• Weight: 412 g.

• Subject: standing four-armed Ganesha with Mushika and lotus pedestal.