{"product_id":"vintage-dancing-ganesha-from-java","title":"Vintage Dancing Ganesha from Java","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center; color: #cccccc; margin: 0 0 1em 0;\"\u003eA SYMBOL OF WISDOM AND GOOD FORTUNE\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0;\"\u003eThis vintage bronze sculpture represents Ganesha, one of the most beloved figures in Hindu tradition. Created in Java in the mid-1900s, the sculpture reflects the long history of Hindu culture that once flourished across the island.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0;\"\u003eRecognized by his elephant head, Ganesha is known as the remover of obstacles and the bringer of wisdom, prosperity, and new beginnings. For centuries he has been invoked at the start of journeys, important decisions, and new ventures. In this lively dancing form, Ganesha expresses joy, movement, and creative energy. The raised leg and flowing posture suggest celebration and balance — a reminder that progress often comes through adaptability and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0;\"\u003eGanesha figures appeared in temples and sacred spaces throughout ancient Java during the great Hindu-Buddhist kingdoms that shaped the region’s art and spirituality. Sculptures like this continued to be created by local artisans, inspired by those earlier traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0;\"\u003eThe sculpture was made using the traditional lost-wax casting technique. The form was first shaped in wax, then covered in clay before molten bronze was poured into the mold. This process allows fine details while preserving the character of handmade work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0;\"\u003eThe sculpture is mounted on a blackened metal support and comes with its printed story enclosed in an elegant envelope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0;\"\u003eAs a natural characteristic of bronze, the patina may continue to evolve subtly over time, developing gentle variations in tone that are part of the material’s authentic ageing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Java, Indonesia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-1900s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional lost-wax casting\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIconography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ganesha, remover of obstacles\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions with metal support:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca 39 x 15 x 15cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe ship worldwide. If your country is not listed in the checkout please \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@kirschon.com\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e for a shipping quote.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"kirschon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53978117243209,"sku":"25GABR1","price":727.17,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/8390\/4804\/files\/vintage-hindu-ganesha-bronze-art-java-indonesia.jpg?v=1790922333","url":"https:\/\/kirschon.com\/en-de\/products\/vintage-dancing-ganesha-from-java","provider":"Kirschon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}