473 - A CHOLA DANCING BRONZE GANESHA INDIA 12TH CENTURY

A CHOLA DANCING BRONZE GANESHA INDIA 12TH CENTURY Dimensions: Height 8 cm Wide 5 cm Depth 3 cm Weight: 131 grams Ganesha is depicted in a dynamic dancing posture, balancing on one leg above a small stepped plinth. The elephant head inclines forward, while the arms extend in different directions and the raised leg emphasises the movement. The bronze is darkly patinated, with warmer brown highlights on the trunk, hands and feet. The compact modelling conveys the deity's animated pose with particular clarity.