{"product_id":"ganesha-statue-antique-javanese-style-bronze-standing-indonesian-ganesha-statue-19cm-8","title":"Ganesha Statue - Antique Javanese Style Bronze Standing Indonesian Ganesha Statue - 30cm\/12\"","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Javanese Style Bronze Standing Indonesian Ganesha Statue - 30cm\/12\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures (Height) 30cm\/12\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eAntique Javanese‑style bronze standing \u003cstrong\u003eGanesha\u003c\/strong\u003e from Indonesia, rendered in samabhanga posture on a double lotus petal pedestal, radiating poised \u003cstrong\u003ecalm\u003c\/strong\u003e and quiet \u003cstrong\u003eauthority\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lotus flower represents \u003cstrong\u003epurity\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecompassion\u003c\/strong\u003e and the giving of \u003cstrong\u003egreat\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ejoy\u003c\/strong\u003e to all. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe beautifully matured, greenish‑brown patina is particularly \u003cstrong\u003edelightful\u003c\/strong\u003e, softening the contours of the figure and highlighting the age and character of the bronze, while subtle surface irregularities speak to long devotional use and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGanesha\u003c\/strong\u003e, the elephant‑headed son of Shiva, is shown four‑armed, holding an axe, his broken \u003cstrong\u003etusk\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fly whisk and a bowl of laddus (Indian sweetmeats). These attributes are deeply \u003cstrong\u003esymbolic\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than martial: the axe encourages us to cut away the obstacles and vices that hinder our progress, from practical hurdles to more abstract emotions such as jealousy and anger, clearing space for \u003cstrong\u003enew\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ebeginnings\u003c\/strong\u003e and a renewed approach to life’s worries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe bowl of sweets, never depicted as being eaten, represents the rewards of a wisely led life and the \u003cstrong\u003eenduring\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003esweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e of fulfilled experience, while also gently echoing everyday human pleasures and desires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe broken tusk, held as a kind of spiritual tool, reminds us that inner growth matters more than outward perfection. Its backstories—whether shattered in the drama of Ganesha’s creation or repurposed as a writing instrument—emphasise the idea that our spiritual journey transcends the limitations of the physical body and invites us to overcome the illusion that the two are separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThe direction of Ganesha’s trunk, turning to his left, is traditionally associated with \u003cstrong\u003esuccess\u003c\/strong\u003e in the worldly sphere and is linked to grihasthas, or householders, making this image especially resonant for those seeking \u003cstrong\u003eprosperity\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eharmony\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003estability\u003c\/strong\u003e at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eIn his early Indian forms Ganesha was closely associated with fertility, and over time he became widely revered as the Remover of Obstacles, Lord of Beginnings, patron of arts and sciences, and deity of intellect and wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eOne of the most recognisable Asian deities, this finely cast standing Ganesha offers not only richly layered symbolism but also endlessly timeless style, sure to bring insight, good fortune and a quietly protective presence into any interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. 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