Artwork
Ganesha, the god of wisdom and the remover of obstacles
Ganesha, the god of wisdom and the remover of obstacles is a paint painting by the Romanticist artist Unknown. It dates from 1825 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This 1825 painting is one of a series of 100 depictions of Hindu deities created in South India, featuring Ganesha, a revered deity.
About this work
Overview
This 1825 painting is one of a series of 100 depictions of Hindu deities created in South India, featuring Ganesha, a revered deity.
Subject & Meaning
Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and god of wisdom, is depicted with an elephant head, riding a hybrid animal resembling a cat-lion, symbolizing his complex character.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases bold colors, including gold, red, and blue, with sharp, simple lines, creating a vivid illustration-like effect. The use of heavy gold jewelry and ornate details adds to its visual richness.
History & Provenance
This work is part of a larger series of paintings produced in South India in 1825, indicating a specific regional and temporal context for its creation.
Artist & collection
Domestic Scene
Giacomo and Cardinal Marco, investing Andrea, Abbot of San Zeno, with his Benefice
The Nymph of Fontainebleau
Portrait of a Woman
Madonna and Child with Saints in the Enclosed Garden
Venus and Minerva
Family Group of Four on Sofa
Wall painting from Room H of the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor at Boscoreale
