Ganesh sits cross-legged on a lotus-petal base, four arms raised and lowered, his trunk curling over his belly beneath a carved arch crowned with a fierce face. This mid century carved wood Ganesh from Northwest India has a patinated wax finish rubbed to a deep red-brown, with remnants of old paint still catching in the carving. Ganesh, the remover of obstacles, is honored at the start of new ventures in Hindu homes and shops, and carved figures like this were made for household shrines and thresholds.

At 18.5 inches tall and 10 inches wide, it can stand on a tabletop, a shelf, an entry console or a home altar, or be mounted on a wall as carved art. The dark wood and fine relief detail reward a close look in either setting.

• Era: Mid century
• Origin: Northwest India
• Material: Carved wood, wax finish
• Size: 10"(W) x 3"(D) x 18.5"(H)
• Color: Deep red-brown patina with paint remnants
• Condition: Wear consistent with age and use, part of its character and historical value. Patinated wax finish with paint remnants and surface wear.

This mid century carved wood Ganesh from Northwest India measures 10 inches wide, 3 inches deep and 18.5 inches tall. Ganesh sits on a lotus base under a carved arch, with a patinated wax finish and remnants of paint. It displays on a tabletop or mounts on a wall as carved art.

Q: Where should you place a Ganesh statue at home?
A: Ganesh is the remover of obstacles, so statues are traditionally placed near an entrance, in a home shrine or on a desk where new work begins. Set it on a clean, raised surface and avoid the floor.

Q: What wood are Indian deity carvings made from?
A: Indian deity figures are commonly carved from dense hardwoods such as teak, rosewood and mango wood, which hold fine detail and last for generations. The carved surface is then finished with wax, oil or paint.

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