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Ganesa
ca. 5th century C.E.
Indian Museum, Kolkata
Kolkata, India
The elephant headed Ganesa, the god both of obstacle and success is carved in the round. He is seen seated on a thick cushion in maharajalilasana(royal posture) wearing ornaments and crown. The tip of his trunk is broken. The right hand and left palm of the deity is missing. The deity is one tusked.
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Details
- Title: Ganesa
- Date: ca. 5th century C.E.
- Location: Indian Museum, Kolkata
- Physical Dimensions: 69 cm x 31 cm
- Provenance: Bhumara, Madhya Pradesh, India
- Type: Sculptures
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