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Ganesha Ritual Lamp

18th–19th century
Not on view
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