HISTORY
Ganesha, the deity in Hinduism, is revered as the remover of obstacles and the protector of arts, sciences, and intelligence.
His distinctive appearance, with an elephant head and a stout human body, reflects his wisdom. His symbolic attributes, such as the modaka and the split horn, represent his willingness to overcome challenges for the greater good.
TIMELINE
Location of the Relocation of the Statue
1822
Lemahduwur, Simojayan, Malang, an area rich in historical and cultural relics from ancient Javanese kingdoms.
1839-1843
During this period, the colonial government began to pay attention to and secure important artifacts from the surrounding areas of Java for the purposes of study and conservation.
1843-1904
During this period, artifacts from Indonesia were moved to the National Museum of Antiquities in Leiden for research and exhibition. Important artifacts from the Archipelago were sent to Europe without the consent of the originating communities, as part of colonial policy.
In September 2024, on August 18, 2023, artifacts from the Volkenkunde Museum were returned to Indonesia and became part of the collection of the National Museum in Jakarta. This return has significant symbolic value in the efforts to repatriate historical items.
MEANING
DETAIL ARCA
Weapon
The right hand holds a war axe (parasu) and the left hand holds a rosary (aksamala)
Skull
the skull as the manifestation of God Shiva
Modaka
a bowl containing the liquid of knowledge that becomes a manifestation of Ganesha. The Modaka is held by Ganesha in his front hand and his trunk is inserted into it.
Height
159cm
Width
84cm
Depth
64cm
Weight
1036kg
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