Large Wood Ganesh
Large cross-legged Ganesha purchased in 1995 at an antiques shop located in Bandung, Java, Indonesia. Measures 18” tall X 17” wide X 15” deep. Weight is approximately 50 lbs. Material is guessed to be Suar or Acacia. Smooth carving style seems to be Balinese, but the fine / embroidery type details are unidentified. No artist or other info is found. Minor weathered condition is as purchased 25 years ago, due to its storage in a closet since acquisition. Piece is in otherwise perfect condition with the exception of some cracking behind the ear decorations. Bottom concavity is crudely chiseled.
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Dear,
I'm an appraiser for Mearto and it's a pleasure for me to help you.
Bali, often referred to as The Island of God, is always associated with symbols; for instance, statues. Statues are one of exquisite artworks with remarkable aesthetic value, which specialize their existence.
Among these statues are Ganesh Statues, the sculpture of a human bodied, elephant headed God. This statue can be found almost everywhere in Bali. Holy places, like temples and historical palaces, are not the only spots where it appears. Ganesh Statue is commonly placed in schools, government institutions, banks, markets, as well as in usaha kegiatan perekonomian. It is set up in several hotels, inns, villas, woodlands, green areas, even at intersections of streets.
Ganesh is named as the God of Knowledge and Intellect, the Protecting God, the God of Obstacles Remover, the God of Wisdom. The paintings and the statues of Ganesh are spread across Indonesia, India, Nepal, Tibet, and Southeast Asia. Ganesh is generally portrayed as the one with the head of elephant, four arms and fat figure. Ganesh is also known as Ganapati, Winayaka, Pilleyar, and Bhatara Gana in shadow puppet tradition. The worshippers of Ganesh come from Hindu community, Jaina, and Budha.
The belief of Ganesh is depicted as a symbol, in the form of a statue. This symbol is essentially used to pray for happiness and welfare. Ganesh statues are effortlessly seen in many places in Bali, built in various sculptures and levels, depend on the eight structures of the titles, forms, and functions of the statues.
Additional Information
Type: Ganesh Statue
Region of Origin: Bali, Indonesia
Primary Material: Wood hand carved
Century: Mid 20th Century
The valuation is based on prices in the Asian art market at auction houses and antique shops around the world, we consult several databases.
We apologize for the delay in the appraisal.
Thank you
Luciana M.
Website consulted
https://ubudcommunity.com/
https://www.hdasianart.com/
https://www.lotussculpture.com/
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https://www.chairish.com/
