Hindu ritual set with bull and rats (Shiva & Ganesh)
€2600,00
- Hindu ritual box, depicting a bull (metal or bronze) surrounded by four rats.
Indonesia, 19th century, possibly Bali. - Dedicated to Shiva and Ganesh, the bull (Nandi) is the vehicle of the former, while the rats are that of the latter.
- Rats wear two colors: yellow symbolizes knowledge and learning (mental development, meditation) as well as happiness, peace and stability.
It is also the color of Ganesh.
In Hinduism, red represents honor, love and prosperity. - Dimensions: L 52 CM X W 33 CM x H 37 CM
- Provenance: Estate of dealer and collector Claude de Marteau (private apartments)
- Sold with certificate of origin.
- Shipped in a custom-made box, on a small pallet, by carrier.
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