Ganesha Abstract Sculpture Striped Granite Polished Trunk Curled Right Tan Maroon 36"

Name: Ganesha Abstract Sculpture Striped Granite Polished Trunk Curled Right Tan Maroon 36"
Brand: Lotus Sculpture
SKU: 93ag86
Price: 2999 USD
Availability: InStock

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Statue Details

Materials: Sadarahalli Granite from Tamil Nadu, India

Total Height Including Base: 36 inches or 91 mcs

Widest Point: 22 inches

Base Width & Depth: 12 x 8 inches

Weight: 524 pounds or 238 kgs

Ganesha is the elephant-headed son of Shiva and Parvati, revered as the remover of obstacles and lord of new beginnings who clears the path and bestows wisdom and prosperity
This abstract form distills Ganesha to a grounded belly, a right-curling auspicious trunk, and a pointed flame ushnisha, carved from striped granite with unique tan and maroon veining
This statue suits a gravel garden, courtyard, or entryway, and when wet the tan and maroon tones deepen dramatically into a bold and vivid garden centerpiece
The modern, abstract Ganesha statue is completely one of a kind, hand carved from one block of Saharahalli Indian granite which is extremely dense and heavy and perfect in any weather in extreme hot or cold
Click here to view other modern, abstract Ganeshas or other granite and marble statues by the artist Balan or you can travel to India to meet Balan and his two daughters by reading Kyle's Travel Blog

Meet the Indian Stone Artists who carved this statue

Meet Our South Indian Stone Artists! Hidden inside solid boulders of stone lay Gods Click here to meet the village artists who hand carve divinity in stone.

The stone's color deepens and intensifies when wet, transforming the surface into a richer, more vivid version of itself and making it a particularly dynamic garden centerpiece in rain or beside water features.

Ganesha is the elephant-headed son of Shiva and Parvati and the most universally invoked deity in Hinduism. As the remover of obstacles, lord of new beginnings, and patron of wisdom and intellectual pursuit, his presence has inspired sacred art across India for centuries. In the abstract sculptural tradition, his form is distilled to its purest elements: the rounded belly of abundance, the sweeping trunk of intelligence and adaptability, and the ascending ushnisha of divine elevation. This approach does not diminish the sacred quality of the image but concentrates it, allowing the stone itself to carry the devotional weight.

This sculpture renders Ganesha in fully abstract form, carved from a single piece of granite and polished across its surfaces to bring out the full depth of the stone's natural color and veining. The composition is immediately recognizable as Ganesha through three essential elements. The large rounded belly and body mass sit at the center and base, grounding the figure with the characteristic fullness associated with Ganesha's abundance and containment of the universe's prosperity. From this mass, the trunk rises and sweeps in a broad rightward arc before curling inward at its tip in a tight scroll, a natural right-curling trunk which in Hindu tradition is considered especially auspicious and associated with the solar energy of Surya. Above the body mass, a tall pointed leaf or flame form rises representing the ushnisha, the mark of divine elevation. The crossed legs are suggested at the base in two rounded forms with a carved line between them. The sculpture leans very slightly, giving it an organic, living quality rather than the static symmetry of formal sacred art.

The stone is a striped granite with a warm tan and cream base color running through with deep maroon, rust, and amber veining that flows naturally through the polished surfaces. The veining pattern is unique to this piece and cannot be replicated, making each sculpture one of a kind. The contrast between the smooth matte face of the belly and the high-polish surfaces of the trunk and ushnisha creates visual variety within a unified form. Granite is one of the hardest natural stones available, suited to permanent outdoor placement in any climate and equally refined as an indoor sculptural object.

At 36 inches tall, this abstract Ganesha works in a gravel garden, a minimalist courtyard, beside a reflecting pool, or at the entrance to a home or property. Indoors it suits a meditation room, contemporary living space, entryway, or any setting where sacred meaning and refined material quality are both valued. It appeals to collectors of contemporary sculpture and to devotees of Ganesha equally.

Need Ganesh a little taller? Here are some granite options to make Ganesha a little taller, click to view our granite statue bases.

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You know when you find the right piece to bring into your home and into your heart."

~ Kyle Tortora, Founder, Lotus Sculpture ~

USA Shipping

This sculpture is in our Oceanside, California gallery and ready for immediate packing & shipping. Packing takes anywhere from 1-4 business days. Shipping takes anywhere from 1-6 business days. The shipping price is automatically calculated from Oceanside, California to the destination in the online checkout. Or you can get a shipping quote by clicking the Calculate Shipping link beneath the Add to Cart button. Shipping will be calculated based on the weight of the sculpture and the distance to the destination from our Oceanside, California showroom.
The delivery charges include insurance, a residential lift gate delivery to your home or business. The freight company will call you to schedule a delivery day and time frame to make the delivery. Someone must be present to receive the statue. Depending on where you are located we will use either R&L Carriers, UPS Freight, Estes, DHX or Roadrunner Transport.
The freight company will use a lift gate to bring the sculpture to the ground and then use a pallet jack to move it anywhere on the same level. They will move it anywhere in your driveway or in your garage. They will not take it to your backyard or in the elevator to your apartment or up or down any steps. They will not be unpacking the statue and taking the crate away. Think of them as you would UPS or Fedex. They only deliver the statue. If you require a little extra service, (within reason) a tip to a delivery man usually works wonders!
For placing the statue our customers have either placed the statue themselves with help of a friend and a tool like a hand truck or a dolly. Or by contacting their landscaper who is used to moving large and heavy objects like rocks and trees into place. For much larger and heavier sculptures sometimes the customer needs a piece of heavy equipment for placing the statue like a crane or forklift. If you have any questions contact me directly at kyle@lotussculpture.com or (760) 994-4455

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International Shipping

This sculpture is in our Oceanside, California showroom and ready for immediate packing & shipping. This piece is too heavy to ship via UPS and will be shipped using an international freight service. Packing takes anywhere from 1-4 days depending on the statue. We can ship the statue using either sea or air freight to either the your home or the closest port.
If you place your order online shipping will show in the order as $0. Shipping will be calculated based on the weight of the sculpture and the distance from Oceanside, California to determine the shipping price. The shipping quote will be emailed to you and no charge will be made without your approval.
You can obtain a shipping quote for any statue by clicking the link, Calculate Shipping beneath to the Add To Cart button on every statues' page. Or you can email info@lotussculpture.com or call us 760-994-4455 to receive a shipping quote. Please include the item number of the statue you are interested in purchasing as well as your country and postal code.
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