Seated Ganesha

mid-9th century

Not on view

Much worn from ritual ablutions, this small figure of Ganesha was probably used in a personal shrine. The god’s stepped pedestal, lotus throne, and tripartite crown are all attributes of images created in Kashmir. This region was an early center for the worship of Shiva, so it is not surprising that his corpulent son would also be venerated there.

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Title: Seated Ganesha
Date: mid-9th century
Culture: India, Kashmir
Medium: Stone
Dimensions: H. 6 x W. 4 in. (15.2 x 10.2 cm)
Classification: Sculpture
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Uzi Zucker, 1977
Object Number: 1977.444.5
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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