Brass Ganesha Votive Miniature - 18th Century Benches As Buddhist temples were built

As Buddhist temples were built in the place of Shintō shrines

Materials: Walnut wood

The striking grain patterns are beautifully complemented by the original brass hardware

This old Indian lassi cup is from North India is made from nickel plated brass

hinged handle and locking bar

Brass Ganesha Votive Miniature - 18th Century Benches As Buddhist temples were builtThis 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. He has four arms holding his battle hatchet, his broken tusk, sweets called laddu balls and possibly a rosary, lotus flower or noose. The snake wrapped around his big round belly is clearly recognizable. He is wearing a conical headdress and reaching for the laddu