The sculptor here has succeeded in granting a certain linearity to the otherwise naturally curvaceous form of Ganesha. He has achieved this objective through the use of flowing striations defining his trunk and his legs folded in Padmasana. This linearity is further emphasised by the rugged and rocky wall behind Ganesha, loosely rectangular in shape.
Ganesha’s right hand is raised in the generic mudra of blessing, and the cup-shaped left hand holds a perfectly fitting laddoo inside it. Both hands are rendered smooth and texture free.
This is a heavy piece with a monumental feel to it. Its uniqueness lies in the way the artist has managed to temper Ganesha’s essentially curvaceous form with lesser curves. These textured striations nevertheless blend seamlessly into the smooth, non-textured areas of the composition, like the ears and the palms of the hands.
Featuring modern-abstract elements but made with traditional metal and decorated with a classic green patina reserved long for gods and goddesses in India, this sculpture is the perfect blend of modernity with ancient art practices.
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