{"product_id":"ganesha-topstuk","title":"Ganesha in Lalitasana – fire-gilded bronze temple statue (Nepal\/India, traditional work)","description":"Ja. Ik zou hem ook inhoudelijk iets aanscherpen: minder absolute claims zoals “excludes modern finishes” en “proven fire-gilding” tenzij je dat analytisch echt hard hebt vastgesteld. En afmetingen meteen bovenaan. Alle links en die lege \u003cdiv\u003e eruit.\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (H × W):\u003c\/strong\u003e 85 × 46 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 41 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze with extensive remains of fire gilding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lost-wax casting, extensively hand-finished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated value: €30,000 – €60,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSubject to further confirmation of period, origin and metallurgical characteristics.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis monumental Ganesha is an exceptionally substantial bronze sculpture, measuring \u003cstrong\u003e85 cm in height and weighing 41 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e. Close microscopic examination reveals extensive remnants of historic gilding preserved within recessed areas of the surface, while exposed high points show pronounced natural wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surviving gold is closely integrated with the underlying metal rather than forming a superficial modern coating. Its appearance, distribution and preservation are consistent with a traditional \u003cstrong\u003efire-gilded surface\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bronze itself displays a complex, layered patina with dark brown, black and green oxidation occurring both across the surface and within protected recesses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, the considerable weight, casting characteristics, surface stratigraphy, oxidation and surviving gilding distinguish this sculpture from the much lighter decorative Ganesha figures commonly produced for the modern export market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExtensive Hand-Finishing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sculpture has been extensively finished by hand after casting. Variations in the engraved ornament demonstrate individual workmanship rather than mechanically repeated decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hands and feet carry carefully engraved floral and geometric motifs, while areas that would normally remain unfinished on purely decorative objects have also received considerable attention. Particularly notable is the treatment of the reverse: the sculpture is fully modelled and decorated around the entire body rather than being conceived primarily for frontal display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elaborate pedestal continues this approach, incorporating lotus ornament and auspicious vessel or \u003cstrong\u003ekalasha\u003c\/strong\u003e symbolism. The degree of finish throughout the sculpture is consistent with its conception as a significant ritual image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIconography \u0026amp; Symbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGanesha is represented in \u003cstrong\u003elalitasana\u003c\/strong\u003e, the posture of royal ease, combining a relaxed seated position with a powerful and commanding presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe forehead carries a prominent \u003cstrong\u003etrishula\u003c\/strong\u003e or trident motif together with geometric ornamentation suggestive of a tantric or Shaivite devotional context. At the base appears Ganesha’s characteristic \u003cstrong\u003evahana, the rat\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of his principal identifying attributes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one of the most widely revered deities of the Hindu tradition, Ganesha is associated with wisdom, prosperity, auspicious beginnings and above all the removal of obstacles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSurface \u0026amp; Technical Examination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicroscopic examination shows that the surface is not uniform but consists of multiple layers of wear, oxidation and surviving gilding. Gold remains are particularly concentrated in recessed ornament and protected areas, while projecting surfaces show substantially greater loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis uneven distribution is important: it corresponds naturally with prolonged handling, cleaning and environmental exposure over time. Green copper corrosion products are visible within sections of the patina, supporting identification of the underlying material as a copper-rich bronze alloy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of casting, extensive hand-finishing, substantial mass, complex patination and historic gilding makes this an unusually imposing example worthy of further specialist study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA monumental and exceptionally heavy Ganesha in bronze, distinguished by extensive historic gilding, elaborate hand-finishing and a richly developed surface patina.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #ffffff !important; color: #1a1a1a !important; padding: 30px !important; margin-top: 50px !important; border: 1px solid #b08d57 !important; font-family: 'Georgia', serif !important; text-align: center !important; box-shadow: 0 4px 15px rgba(0,0,0,0.05) !important;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #b08d57 !important; text-transform: uppercase !important; letter-spacing: 2px !important; margin-top: 0 !important; font-size: 1rem !important; font-weight: normal !important;\"\u003eDocumentation \u0026amp; Authenticity\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.95rem !important; line-height: 1.6 !important; margin-bottom: 0 !important; color: #333 !important;\"\u003eThis object has been examined according to the 1stbuddha research protocol, including comparative stylistic research, microscopic surface examination and technical assessment. 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