{"product_id":"dual-tone-brass-ganesha-statue","title":"Dual-Tone Brass Ganesha Statue: The Golden Sovereign","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eDrawing from deep regional temple traditions, this dual-tone brass Ganesha statue balances ancient iconography with striking, modern metallurgical contrasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePosture \u0026amp; Form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e: Seated in the traditional Lalitasana (royal posture) upon a tiered lotus pedestal, the deity is framed by an ornate architectural Prabhavali.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFinish Contrast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e: A heavy, matte black oxidation settles across the torso and background, deliberately isolating the high-polish golden brass of the face, trunk, and hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eKey Attribute\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e: The four arms gracefully hold a conch shell, a stylized goad, and a sweet modak, while the primary right hand offers the Abhaya mudra of fearless protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-top: 12.0pt; margin-bottom: 12.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eCraftsmanship Detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e: Executed via solid lost-wax casting, the sculpture features deep hand-chasing across the garments and a meticulous, dual-stage chemical patination process.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe Artistry and Iconography of Lord Ganesha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn classical Hindu iconography, the four-armed manifestation of Ganesha represents his supreme mastery over the intellectual and physical realms. The Abhaya mudra extends spiritual fearlessness to the devotee, while the sweet modak symbolizes the sweet reward of an enlightened life. The enveloping Prabhavali (aureole) behind him signifies the radiating cosmic light of absolute consciousness. By treating the solid metal with a dense black patina and polishing only the divine focal points to a brilliant gold, the artisan creates a visual hierarchy that immediately draws the viewer's eye to the deity's serene expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eStyling Notes \u0026amp; Home Placement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePosition this dramatic piece on an east-facing puja altar, where the polished golden features can capture the morning light during daily devotion. It functions flawlessly as a black oxidized Ganpati idol for home temple spaces, making it a profound housewarming gift for a family embracing a new beginning. Standing exactly seven inches tall, the figure shares the approximate vertical height of a standard desktop speaker, establishing an intimate but highly defined focal point. At 2.48 kg, the concentrated mass of the cast brass provides an unexpected, unyielding physical gravity to the tabletop. The precise chemical control required to cleanly separate the brilliant golden facial features from the dark architectural background validates this piece as an exceptional foundry achievement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 12.0pt 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProvide a functional and deeply auspicious offering base by placing an inscribed antique water pot beside this deity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casa Mandala ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46190862467247,"sku":"VSP-080","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/8851\/9855\/files\/161W_Compressed.jpg?v=1762169444","url":"https:\/\/www.thecasamandala.com\/products\/dual-tone-brass-ganesha-statue","provider":"Casa Mandala ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}