Majestic Lord Ganesha - Stone SculptureThe beautiful red soft stone figure of Lord Ganesha, son of Lord Shiva and Parvati, is exquisitely carved out with some greater degree of perfection and finesse. The Remover of Obstacles is also known as Agra Ganya (One who is reckoned with first) among gods because He removes obstacles from our path. Lord Ganesha is also one of the most benevolent gods in Hinduism and could be easily propitiated.

The stout figure of the devotee of Lord Ram reveals roughness and his headgear is more prominent and it is decorated with ornaments

is shown seated on a lotus

A nice depiction of a rural setting in Mithila is manifest in the beautiful Madhubani painting where seven women are making preparations for their pujas

It is believed that the goddess is the messenger of the light and she is shown carrying two vessels on which she is carrying the light of the god sun

The sense of colour pattern and the method of dewaxing have added beauty to the painting

Lord Ganesha is also known as the Remover of Obstacles as he creates obstacles on our path and removes the same following worship

scarabs and figures were wrought from the blue stone which Alexander the Great brought to Europe

Literally a pen work

This is a beautiful Dhokra Art Wall Hanging

One of the most benevolent gods in Hinduism

The beautiful figure of the tribal lady is given a refine treatment with some intricate and splendid designs on her brass figure

David Frawley