Bronze Ganesha Statue from Deccan - 18th Century Furniture and maintain privacy within interior

and maintain privacy within interior spaces — an enduring hallmark of Rajasthani architecture

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They were often used as family & temple altars

It's a true piece to behold and upon further inspection we discovered the archway to date from the late 17th century

they have developed a warm golden patina that enhances their character

Bronze Ganesha Statue from Deccan - 18th Century Furniture and maintain privacy within interiorThis 18th century bronze Ganesha figure is from Deccan area in Central India. This style of miniature Ganesha would have been used in a personal home shrine. This bronze figure shows considerable signs of age and ritual wear. Ganesh sits atop a rat, his vahana (vehicle). Above his head is a Yali. He holds an axe in one of his four hands. His belly is plump and amble as always with Ganesh. Ganesh is one of the prime Hindu deities and the son of Shiva &