A statue of the god Ganesh

Ivory, turned wooden base;
Height of figure 10 cm; with base 12.7 cm; India ?, late 19th/early 20th century.
Ganesha - also known as Ganapati and Vinayaka (skt. Lord of Hosts) - in Indian mythology, leader of the ganas (intermediate deities), deva of wisdom and cunning, patron of scholars and learning, protector of books, letters, scribes and schools. Son of Shiva and Parvati. Ganesha removes all obstacles and ensures success in a wide variety of endeavors.