Ganesha

Title: Ganesha

Period/Date: 13th century CE

Dynasty/Style: Kakatiya dynasty

Provenance: Parada, Nakrekal, Nalgonda Dst. Telangana 

Medium: Slate Stone 

Dimensions:  L 54  x W 34 (mm)

Weight: –  

Credit Line: Ragi Murali, Parada, Nalgonda Dst, Telangana

Accession Number: PIF000FG4

Ganesha holds a unique position in Indian art. His representations showcase a fascinating range of styles and forms, evolving significantly over time.  This particular sculpture exemplifies intricate iconographical details and is carved from a soft stone (slate), likely dating back to the Kakatiya period.

Ganesha, bearing the Kakatiya style turban on the head, with an elephant head which has wide ears, and a trunk turned to the left, is seen clasping a tusk in both hands. He is sitting on a pedestal in Lalitasana on a small Mushika (mouse).

Dust and abrasion marks are present. The reverse side is unfinished, but the figurine is three dimensional.