Ganesh, also called Vinayaka, is one of the most venerated deities in the Hindu tradition. Recognizable by his elephant face, he is associated with wisdom, intelligence, prosperity, and protection. In the Indian tradition, Ganesh is also the one who helps overcome obstacles and opens the way, making him a particularly symbolic and benevolent figure. This wall mask represents Ganesh in a beautiful blue hue, with his majestic face, large ears, and carefully modeled features. The blue color brings depth and character to the piece, while the facial and ornament details highlight the meticulous work of the craftsman. Each mask is entirely shaped and painted by hand in India, following traditional artisanal know-how. The material is worked from papier-mâché and tamarind fiber paste, then the piece is naturally dried before being hand-painted and decorated with a brush. This entirely manual process gives each mask its own personality and finish.
Size: 17 × 14 cm
Origin: India
Ganesh, also called Vinayaka, is one of the most venerated deities in the Hindu tradition. Recognizable by his elephant face, he is associated with wisdom, intelligence, prosperity, and protection. In the Indian tradition, Ganesh is also the one who helps overcome obstacles and opens the way, making him a particularly symbolic and benevolent figure. This wall mask represents Ganesh in a beautiful blue hue, with his majestic face, large ears, and carefully modeled features. The blue color brings depth and character to the piece, while the facial and ornament details highlight the meticulous work of the craftsman. Each mask is entirely shaped and painted by hand in India, following traditional artisanal know-how. The material is worked from papier-mâché and tamarind fiber paste, then the piece is naturally dried before being hand-painted and decorated with a brush. This entirely manual process gives each mask its own personality and finish.
Size: 17 × 14 cm
Origin: India