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Coconut Shell Hindu Sculpture, "Ganesha"

Name: Coconut Shell Hindu Sculpture, 'Ganesha'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 181599
Price: 74.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.96 (644 reviews)

Product ID: 181599

by Eka (644)

According to Hindu belief, Ganesha is the son of Siwa and Durga, two powerful deities. Though human in form, he possesses the head of an elephant and... more

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According to Hindu belief, Ganesha is the son of Siwa and Durga, two powerful deities. Though human in form, he possesses the head of an elephant and is regarded as the Lord of Knowledge. He sits in a leafy forest in this sculpture from Eka, who keeps alive the artisan heritage of her late husband, Putra Suteja. Beautiful and original, the sculpture stands on an albesia wood base.

Please note size and coloring may differ as the artist works with natural coconut shell.

0.13 kgs
0.3 lbs

12 cm H x 14 cm Diam.
4.7" H x 5.5" Diam.
Stand/base: 2 cm H x 8.5 cm Diam.
Stand/base: 0.8" H x 3.3" Diam.

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Coconut shell and albesia wood
Display stand included
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Indonesia
Certified and shipped by our office in Indonesia
Product ID: 181599

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Eka

Bali and Java

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644

SARAH

From Virginia

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Nov 13, 2024

“I love this!”

I am proud to give this as a gift! Thank you! Its beautiful and evocative.

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Gloria

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Oct 30, 2024

“Stunning”

I love this artists sculptures of people. She seems able to capture and preserve those special moments. Ive given a number of these away, and everyone is always awed by them and seem to really treasure them.

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Gloria

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Oct 30, 2024

“Top notch”

I love the size and weight of this piece, as well as the smooth flowing curves. Gorgeous!

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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!

Microcredit Financing

Eka has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $800 and the most recent for $4000. Proceeds were used to purchase raw materials for her wood and coconut shell carvings.

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Caring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

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Meet the Artist

Eka Wood carvings

(644)

"I keep trying any potential possibilities--we'll never know the result if we never try."

Latest UpdateEka was born on August 11, 1978 in Tampaksiring Gianyar, a tranquil village in Bali that still has strong Balinese customs and cultures.... read more