ganesha statue antique thai style bronze reclining ganesha statue on moon 31cm 22 Chola Ganesha Sīvali holds a unique place

Sīvali holds a unique place in the hearts of Buddhists

means "Thunderbolt in Hand" or "Holder of the Vajra

The Vishnu torso is loose mounted on a wood base (later)

Buddhists find not just a symbol

A loose mounted lotus bud sits atop the ushnisha

ganesha statue antique thai style bronze reclining ganesha statue on moon 31cm 22 Chola Ganesha Sīvali holds a unique placeAntique Thai Style Bronze Reclining Ganesha Statue in Moon 31cm 12" Measures (Height) 31cm 12 An antique Thai style bronze Ganesha gracefully reclining on the moon, with a wonderfully distinctive patina that enhances its character and age. Ganesha, the elephant headed son of Shiva, is one of the most beloved deities in Hinduism, revered as the remover of obstacles, lord of beginnings, patron of the arts and sciences, and deity of intellect and wisdom.