Trimukha Mahārakta Gaṇeśa on Airavata – Ormolu Newar bronze, Nepal – lot 155

Estimated value: €4,500 – €6,500

This is a powerful and rare statue of Trimukha Mahārakta Gaṇeśa, intended to bring prosperity, protection, and success. This form of Ganesha is traditionally used to remove obstacles, focus energy, and provide strength for major decisions. It is a statue that you place when you want to move forward, when things need to flow, and when protection is needed.

The three faces and the placement on Airavata give the statue a distinct presence. It feels heavy, stable, and reliable, as if it takes its place and stays there. This type of statue was not made for decoration, but for use: for the home, altar, or workspace where focus, protection, and growth are important. That is precisely why this type of Ganesha is beloved by entrepreneurs and people who bear responsibility.

The bronze shows clear signs of age and prolonged use. The remnants of fire gilding are deeply embedded in the surface and have worn unevenly, exactly as you would expect from an old, well-used statue. The patina has built up naturally and gives the statue its calm, convincing appearance. This is not a modern object, but a statue with history and weight. The value has been carefully determined based on provenance, technique, iconography, and condition. This concerns an authentic Newar statue from Nepal, originating from a traditional workshop, with lasting cultural and spiritual significance.

Origin: Nepal (Kathmandu Valley)  
Period: ca. 1650 – 1750  
Material: fire-gilded bronze  
Dimensions: H 49 × W 33 cm  
Weight: 8.8 kg  
Lot number: 155