Nyoman Sudiana loves to portray his favorite God Ganesha, son of Siwa and Durga, who are regarded as powerful deities in Hinduism. Ganesha who sits with toes to the knee has a very expressive mammoth-like face. The wood statuette, ‘Ganesha, Son of Siwa’ statue of the Lord of Wisdom is carved from suar wood and crafted by hand and got for $172.95. It invokes an aura of nobility and spirituality.
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Wood Statuette, ‘Ganesha, Son of Siwa’
Sandstone Statuette, ‘Kind Ganesha’
Wayan Kandiyasa’s passion is such that every chisel invokes the presence of Ganesha, popularly known as the God of Wisdom. It is believed that Ganesha can control the evil forces that harm the humans with disastrous consequences. Wayan Kandiyasa meticulously depicts his favorite God by detailing not just the head of the elephant in this Sandstone statuette, ‘Kind Ganesha’ sculpture, but also the human body and attire. The statue represents Ganesha as a noble person with a personality that demonstrates kindness and generosity. The palm-leaf book is held in his hand as a symbol of knowledge, along with a jug of holy water and his weapons: a trisula and a kapak. The price of $39.95 is a small price to pay for this sandstone statuette of Ganesha.
Sandstone Sculpture, ‘Ganesha in Repose’
Sandstone sculpture, ‘Ganesha in Repose’ was sculpted by Wayan Kandiyasa, who demonstrates his talent in the crafting of the sandstone sculpture in which he skillfully depicts Ganesha reclining in his regal glory. His pose inspires the faith in him that he is comfortably while maintaining control over those forces that harm others. Ganesha is popularly known as the one who removes obstacles as well as the record keeper of knowledge. He radiates an aura that is reassuring while filling the space he occupies with positive energy. The $194.95 price tag on this stone sculpture is worth every penny.
Sandstone Statuette, ‘Relaxing Ganesha’
Ganesha, the Hindu God in the Sandstone statuette, ‘Relaxing Ganesha’ sculpture, who is dressed with elegance and wisdom in his eyes, takes pleasure in his solitude and relaxation. Wayan Kandiyasa depicts his beloved deity by meticulously detailing Ganesha’s elephant head, human body and his attire. Ganesha is known as the God of Wisdom who imparts his knowledge to humans. The message is to eliminate the obstacles of life while pursuing knowledge and prosperity. Kandiyasa is employed with sandstone quarries on the borders of the Ayung River. This elegant sculpture goes for $59.99.
Sterling Silver Brooch Pendant, ‘Lady of Guadalupe Star’
A fascinating pendant has been designed by Designer Maria Belen Nilson to celebrate Lady of Guadalupe; this pendant can be worn as a brooch as well. Mexicans regard the Guadalupe, The Patron Saint of Americas as their spiritual mother. Nilson has framed Guadalupe’s face in a Tehuana headdress taking cue from Oaxaca’s traditional costume. The brooch is crafted with sterling silver; it features a detailed fretwork over a burnished finish revealing a star and roses. The sterling silver brooch pendant, ‘Lady of Guadalupe Star’ also features a hidden bail for a chain and a pin in .925 rating silver and costs $79.95.




