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Stone statuette of Ganesha, seated on a lotus base with high crown, adorned with jewels. He is depicted at Lakshmi's side, holding his broken tusk in one of his four hands. (Ganesha "Ekadanta")
Seated on a lotus base with a high crown, adorned with jewels and holding his attributes in his hands.
India, Deccan plateau, 10/12th century.
H 8.5 cm x W 6 cm x D 3 cm
According to Hindu scriptures, Devi Lakshmi adopted Lord Ganesha from her mother, Parvati, declaring that all her wealth and prosperity belonged to him. This relationship underlines the importance of honoring both deities; it is said that true prosperity cannot be achieved without simultaneously worshipping Lakshmi and Ganesha .
Provenance: Claude de Marteau
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