Miniature Ganesh temple

The incredible amount of intricate detail in this miniature painting is noteworthy. Prayers to Lord Ganesh are offered before all important ceremonies, specially marriage ceremonies, as He is the remover of obstacles.The ladies in attendance inside the temple hold mounds of Lord Ganesh’s favourite offering ,’modak’, which are also placed prominently between the priests performing the puja and the royal couple. The fountain placed prominently in the foreground of the painting indicates that the temple is within palace quarters or residence. Old palaces, havelis and homes ensured that pride of place was given to deities before residential quarters were constructed. This painting is an intimate look into the scene of a palace puja conducted with much fanfare.