Ganesha as Nataraja
Ganesha as Nataraja
This captivating sculpture captures Lord Ganesha in a unique and dynamic pose, reminiscent of the Nataraja, the cosmic dance form of Lord Shiva. He is adorned with ornate jewellery and wears a detailed crown, both accentuated with gold embellishments. His trunk tenderly holds a blooming lotus while his other hands hold a dumroo (a drum) and goad. A juxtaposition of elements from Shiva and Ganesha.The pose adopted by Ganesha is evocative of the Nataraja, a form of Lord Shiva representing his dance of destruction and creation in the universe. This dance is symbolic of the cyclic nature of creation, preservation, and dissolution in the cosmos. In this sculpture, Ganesha's raised leg and the flow of his lower garment emulate the dynamic movement of the dance. The placement of his feet and the lifted arms contribute to the rhythmic essence of the pose.