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Ganesha on a swing

Deccani School (Maharashtra)1800

British Museum

British Museum
London, United Kingdom

In this woodcut print the god is depicted attended by his consorts, Buddhi and Siddhi. All around him stand beautiful young women who fan Ganesha, drape him in garlands and offer the mild stimulant betel. The image has been captioned in both Urdu and English, suggesting that it was used as a teaching aid for English visitors.

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  • Title: Ganesha on a swing
  • Creator: Deccani School (Maharashtra)
  • Date Created: 1800
  • Location Created: Pune, Maharashtra
  • Physical Dimensions: 48.8 x 31.7 cm
  • Medium: Paper
  • British Museum link: 1880,0.2369
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