Brass Miniature Votive Statue Of Ganesh - 18th Century Origin - England the niche would originally have

the niche would originally have been built into the wall beside a doorway where oil lamps or small candles were placed to illuminate the entrance and welcome guests

Tibetan furniture is mostly constructed from cedar or pine and painted in traditional Tibetan colours

surface texture and variations consistent with reclaimed materials

34 x 49 cms tall

especially of this quality

Brass Miniature Votive Statue Of Ganesh - 18th Century Origin - England the niche would originally haveThis 18th century Indian brass miniature Ganesh would have been used in personal home shrines. It has been used heavily in puja casing heavy wear and smoothing to the one defined features. His upper right arm is long missing. Ganesh is the ever blissful, elephant headed god who is lovingly worshipped and revered by millions of Hindus worldwide. He is the remover of obstacles and the God of good luck and auspiciousness. He is also worshipped as the God