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Collections

Unknown
Ganesha, Lord of Obstaclescirca 8th century

Not on view
Gray granite sculpture of a seated elephant-headed figure with crossed legs, broad torso, and downward-curving trunk, on a rough rectangular base
Stone sculpture viewed from the back, depicting a seated figure with arms bent at the sides and an elaborate carved relief of feathered or foliate forms across the lower back, set on a rectangular base. Rough-hewn surface texture throughout.
Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
Ganesha, Lord of Obstacles
Place Made
Cambodia
Date Made
circa 8th century
Medium
sandstone
Dimensions
19 x 12 5/8 x 7 7/8 in. (48.26 x 32.06 x 20 cm)
Credit Line
Museum Acquisition Fund
Accession Number
M.81.157.6
Classification
Sculpture
Collecting Area
South and Southeast Asian Art