Handmade Wooden Ganpati

Ganpati Seated, Cut From One Piece of Wood

Ganeshji is shown seated, with the pasha and the ankusha etched into the carving. These are the symbols he is traditionally depicted holding, the noose that draws the devotee closer and the goad that removes obstacles from the path, and the artisan has worked both in by hand.

The whole idol is shaped from a single block, so it keeps the solidity of the original piece of wood. The finish is a natural polish, matte and warm, which leaves the grain running visibly through the form.

The detailing

• Symbols: Pasha and ankusha etched by hand
• Trunk and face: Traditional seated depiction
• Surface: Natural polish that keeps the wood grain visible

Specifications

Care

Wipe with a dry cloth. Keep it away from standing water and the polish holds its warmth for years.