Ganesha

The latest entry into the halls of the Figura Obscura is one of the most recognizable deities in the Hindu pantheon – the elephant-headed Ganesha!
One of the most recognizable deities in the Hindu pantheon is the elephant-headed Ganesha. With a name that joins the words gana (meaning ‘group’) and isha (meaning ‘lord’ or ‘master’), Ganesha is often referred to as the ‘Lord of Hosts’ or the ‘Lord of the People’, a fitting moniker for this beloved deity.
A bringer of luck and remover of obstacles, Ganesha is worshipped by people as they begin new endeavors, hoping that the favor of the deity will bring them success in their dealings. Devotees frequently offer Ganesha sweets, and he is regularly depicted carrying a bowl of treats including modaka (a soft outer shell of rice or wheat flour filled with coconut and jagger) or spherical sweets called laddu.
Ganesha is also considered a patron of the arts and sciences with attributes that include intellect and wisdom and he is often associated with education as a patron of letters and learning.