{"product_id":"dansende-ganesha-met-zes-armen-antiek-bronzen-tempelbeeld-lot-163","title":"Dancing Ganesha with six arms – antique bronze temple statue (lot 163)","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstimated value: €3,500 – €4,500\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique bronze statue depicts a dancing Ganesha with six arms, executed as a powerful and expressive temple image. The dynamic posture, the pronounced elephant head, and the ritual attributes point to a clear religious function within the Hindu tradition, where Ganesha represents protection, abundance, and the removal of obstacles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnder microscopic examination, clear remnants of original fire gilding are visible. The gold is recessed into the surface and alternates with natural wear on the raised areas, a pattern found exclusively in authentic, older statues. The patina is complex and layered, with reddish-brown cuprite, dark oxidation, and mineral deposits indicating long-term natural aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe casting quality is high and reveals a traditional lost-wax technique: hand-modeled details, subtle asymmetry, and visible toolmarks confirm artisanal craftsmanship. The open underside shows old corrosion and no indication whatsoever of modern interventions or recent finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe statue has a clear presence and weight for its size and fits stylistically within Southeast Asian temple art. The combination of form, patina, remnants of fire gilding, and microscopic surface makes this a convincing antique ritual statue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: H 30 × W 16 cm  \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 1.9 kg  \u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze with original remnants of fire gilding  \u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Southeast Asia  \u003cbr\u003eDating: ca. 18th – early 19th century\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Georgia', serif; border: 1px solid #b08d57; padding: 20px; background-color: rgba(176,141,87,0.05); border-radius: 5px; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #b08d57; margin-top: 0; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; font-size: 15px; border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(176,141,87,0.3); padding-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n    Expertise \u0026amp; Symbolism\n  \u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #fff; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.6; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n    Would you like to fully understand the deeper iconographic meaning, the correct mudras and the ritual context of this object?\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/the-hindu-gods-page-sanatana-dharma\" style=\"color: #d4af37; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; font-size: 14px; display: inline-block; border: 1px solid #d4af37; padding: 8px 15px; border-radius: 3px; transition: 0.3s;\"\u003e\n    READ OUR GODS GUIDE →\n  \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56487494123851,"sku":"163","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/dansende-ganesha-antiek-brons-tempelbeeld.jpg?v=1770644416","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/dancing-ganesha-with-six-arms-antique-bronze-temple-statue-lot-163","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}