19th century. Probably Thai or Balinese. Bronze statue mounted on a wooden plinth base. Natya Ganapati or Nritya Ganapati is a happy and kind-hearted aspect of the Lord. This dancer form also shows Ganapati as a connoisseur of fine arts. Hence his worship is believed to bestow the devotees with an aptitude for learning fine arts, proficiency in them, and also success and fame in that field. 35 1/2″ high x 15″ wide x 7 1/2″ deep. With base, figure is 27″ high. Figure shows some loss to extremities Including a thumb, tusk and decoration. Provenance: From the estate of Alan Gaines of A & A Gaines Antiques, Newport, Rhode Island.
