Lord Ganesha is believed to be a source of good fortune. He loves to eat his elephant head makes him easy to recognize. This particular image of Ganesha features great detail and quality artistry. Note the well outlined finger nails, the gently formed creases on his dhoti, the snake hung around his neck signifies his devotion to his father, and the seven headed snake that gives him shade signifies his importance as a deity. He holds an akshamala rosary, a radish, a pa axe, and a round ladoo sweet with his hands. Even the shrews offer him laddus, note them at his feet, as they are his favorite food. A product of old Bungamati, 1999. Hindu image.