antique khmer style bronze trumpeting elephant statue 25cm 10 tall 1 Hayagriva The mid 10th century Pre

The mid 10th century Pre Rup style period corresponds broadly to the reign of Rajendravarman 944 - 968

In traditional Indian philosophy

symbolises his divinity

The book or sutra in Ganesha's hands serves as a guide on the path to self-realization

Serene facial expression – Downcast eyes

antique khmer style bronze trumpeting elephant statue 25cm 10 tall 1 Hayagriva The mid 10th century PreAntique Khmer Style Bronze Trumpeting Elephant Statue 25cm 10" Tall Measures (Height) 25cm 10" Tall An antique Khmer style bronze elephant statue. The elephant is stood, trumpeting, in a gesture of goodwill. In his trunk the elephant holds the stem of a lotus flower. The lotus flower represents purity, compassion and the giving of great joy to all. Elephants have long captured the human imagination with their strength, grace, memory, and majesty.