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All auctions / Ethnographical / Saphir-Ganesha – Wisdom, Success and fascinating depth in blue - 13.7


This extraordinary sapphire Ganesha sculpture combines the captivating beauty of the blue gemstone with one of the best-known and most beloved deities of the Hindu tradition. The various shades of blue—from deep sapphire blue to lighter, slightly translucent areas—give the figure impressive depth and liveliness. The natural grain and inclusions remain visible in the stone and make the sculpture a unique piece. The polished surface reflects light intensely, making individual contours and details of the carving stand out especially beautifully. Ganesha – Symbol of wisdom and new beginnings Ganesha, recognizable by his distinctive elephant head, is one of the major deities in Hinduism. Traditionally he is regarded as the remover of obstacles and is associated with wisdom, success, happiness, and a good new beginning. For this reason, the depiction of Ganesha has a special symbolic power. It stands as a figure of overcoming challenges, forging new paths, and making decisions with wisdom and clarity. Sapphire – a gemstone with a distinctive radiance For centuries, sapphire has been valued for its intense color and traditionally associated with clarity, fidelity, wisdom, and steadfastness. These meanings are cultural and historical attributions. Particularly appealing in this Ganesha is the natural color distribution: deep blue areas alternate with lighter and more translucent portions. Inclusions and grown structures give the stone its own character and emphasize its natural origin. A special collector's piece The combination of sapphire, skilled carving, and the traditional depiction of Ganesha makes this piece an extraordinary gemstone object. On a pedestal or when lit purposefully, the different blues and the glossy surface unfold a particularly impressive effect. Whether as an exclusive collector's item, a decorative art piece, or a symbolic gift, this sapphire Ganesha has a strong yet elegant presence. An extraordinary sapphire Ganesha – captivating blue, natural structures, and artisanal craftsmanship united with the timeless symbolism of wisdom, luck, and new beginnings. Product Type : Natural Product Name: Very Rare Royal Blue Color Sapphire Crystal Weight: 13.7ct Size: 11,611,79,8mm Treatment: Unheated/ Untreated Origin: Kenya Our shipping costs are checked and acknowledged by Catawiki. We work with an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging, and shipping; this is how these shipping costs arise. Buyer bears all possible import and export costs, customs charges, shipping costs, etc.. See also our other items and shipping costs; save on pickup costs.. In some of the images the stone has been backlit to show you the color of the stone. For some stones we have held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color variations may occur, as every computer, monitor, and phone may display colors with different qualities.
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