{"product_id":"vintage-javanese-bronze-ganesha","title":"Vintage 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, the beloved Hindu deity known for removing obstacles and guiding new beginnings. With his elephant head and calm, grounded presence, Ganesha has long symbolized wisdom, protection, and good fortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0;\"\u003eIn Java, Ganesha has been part of spiritual life for centuries. His image appears in temples and sacred spaces where he is honored as a guardian of knowledge and a guide through life’s challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0;\"\u003eThe sculpture shows Ganesha seated on a lotus base, one hand raised in a gesture of blessing while the others hold symbolic objects connected to prosperity and understanding. The figure carries a strong yet peaceful presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 1em 0;\"\u003eJavanese artisans created sculptures like this using the traditional lost-wax casting technique. The form is first modeled in wax, then covered in clay before molten bronze is poured into the mold. This method allows fine details to emerge 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 Early to mid-1900s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIconography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ganesha, remover of obstacles\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions with metal support:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca 20 x 20 x 43cm\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":53978396885321,"sku":"25GABR3","price":511.22,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/8390\/4804\/files\/vintage-hindu-ganesha-bronze-art-java.jpg?v=1790934909","url":"https:\/\/kirschon.com\/en-fr\/products\/vintage-javanese-bronze-ganesha","provider":"Kirschon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}