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Ganesha, often depicted as elephant-headed, is a deity worshipped by Ganapatya sect. This Ganapatya sect is known to have left statues as the cultural heritage. Such a heritage indicates Ganapatya's popularity from its birth until today despite its unification to iwa Siddhanta sec in Bali. This research generally aims at identifying the Ganesha statue, which was discovered in Subak Bubunan, Sukawati, Gianyar, more specifically its shape, function, and philosophy. Started with library studies, the research continued with field observation for relevan data. The acquired data was then analyzed iconographically, presented through pictorial narrations, and ended with a conclusion. This research came to a conclusion that the Ganesha discovered was the swastikasana Ganesha that function as a disaster repellent. It is an embodiment of a self harmony with the nature to achieve prosperity. |
