On loan to The Met The Met accepts temporary loans of art both for short-term exhibitions and for long-term display in its galleries.
Ganesha Ritual Lamp
This lamp shows Ganesha standing behind his rat vehicle, holding an elephant goad and a bowl of sweets. The elaborate flowering foliage radiating from the god speaks to his importance as a bringer of abundance and prosperity.
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