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Ganesha Ritual Lamp

18th–19th century
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 251
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.
Seated on a multitiered lotus pedestal, Ganesha holds an oil lamp, along with a battle axe and a noose indicating his role as a savior and protector. His elaborate pronged headdress is surmounted by a single cobra.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Ganesha Ritual Lamp
  • Date: 18th–19th century
  • Culture: Nepal, Newar
  • Medium: Copper alloy
  • Dimensions: H. 8 in. (20.3 cm); W. 3 3/4 in. (9.5 cm); D. 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Lent by Steven Kossak, The Kronos Collections
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art