Ganesh

• Antique Bronze
• Measures approximately 14 cm W x 21 cm H (5" x 8")
• Weighs approximately 1.6 kg
• Includes a few imperfections

Ganesh, also known as Ganesha or Ganapati, is one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. Depicted with an elephant head and a human body, he is the god of knowledge, wisdom, prosperity, and success. He is also considered the "remover of obstacles", invoked before any important undertaking.

Symbolism of Ganesh

• Elephant Head – Symbolizes wisdom, knowledge, and intelligence.
• Large Ears – Represent attentive listening and the ability to understand beyond words.
• Small Eyes – Signify concentration and spiritual vision.
• Long Trunk – A symbol of adaptability and strength.
• Round Belly – Represents generosity and acceptance of both the good and bad in life.
• One Broken Tusk – According to legend, he sacrificed a tusk to write the Mahabharata.
• Four Arms, often holding sacred objects:
  • A lotus (spiritual purity)
  • A bowl of sweets (representing the rewards of hard work)
  • An axe (to cut attachments)
  • A noose (to grasp spiritual truth)

Celebration and Worship

Ganesh is especially honored during Ganesh Chaturthi, a grand annual festival in India where statues of him are immersed in water after several days of celebrations. He is often invoked at the beginning of any prayer or important event to bring good fortune and remove obstacles.

Associated with wisdom and prosperity, Ganesh is a symbol of luck and success, commonly found in Hindu homes and workplaces.