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Hindu Mythology Figure Madhubani Painting from India, "Ganesha & Parvati"

Over an idyllic backdrop of swirls and flowers, a young Ganesha finds himself in... more

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Over an idyllic backdrop of swirls and flowers, a young Ganesha finds himself in his gentle, loving mother Parvati's arms, mounted on a fierce wild cat. Depicted without perceived depth or space, Parvati and Ganesha emerge from the background with bold contrast and juxtaposition of textures. Utilizing plant-derived dyes that she discovered during her post-graduate studies, artist Bharti Dayal paints 'Ganesha & Parvati' to tell the story of her native India, incorporating solid color contours and layered floral motifs into both deity and wild cat.

In this painting, Parvati manifests as a devoted mother in the traditional human form, seemingly mortal in her portrayal, differing from competing incarnations in Indian society that often give her eight arms and royal symmetry. Ganesha's manifestation is unusual in that Dayal only gives him two arms, differing from the commonly accepted four. Together, Parvati, the Goddess of power, and Ganesha, the God of wisdom are successful in conveying the significance and spirit of Indian Hinduism.

"Madhubani paintings are in fact a simplistic manifestation of the philosophical heights achieved by Indian civilization for the universal power of love, longing and peace; the quest of all beings," Dayal says.

  • 0.62 kgs
  • 1.4 lbs
  • Mat: 64.5 cm W x 85.5 cm H
  • Mat: 25.5" W x 33.5" H
  • Artwork: 52 cm W x 72.5 cm H
  • Artwork: 20.5" W x 28.5" H

  • Acrylic and vegetable dye on handmade paper
  • Arrives unframed
  • Signed by the artist
  • Mat included
  • Made in India.
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Diya

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11/05/2021

"Vibrant and Charming!"

This painting is delightful, a great combination of traditional form and colors and modern, geometrical composition. I love the parrots expression and the checkerboard-bird background.

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Human and Nature, Madhubani Painting of a Woman with Birds from India

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Raj

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09/25/2017

"Tribal art at its best"

As an Indian, I can tell non Indians to buy these paintings and give your wall a new twist

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To adorn your walls

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Nature Rejoice, Madhubani painting

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Shaku

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06/30/2017

"A Divine Work of Art"

This arrived well packaged and sooner than expected. I was delighted with the artwork. My thanks to the artist, Bharti Dayal and to Novica.

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Shiv-Parvati, Fair Trade Spiritual Painting

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Bharti has dedicated her life to the preservation of Madhubani painting. She is viewed as an authority in the field and has trained dozens of aspiring artists in this ancient style, many of whom are now able to earn a living through the practice of this art. In her own paintings, Bharti brings a contemporary intellectual edge to this ancient Indian folk art. She has received numerous awards for her paintings but the one she treasures most is the National Award for Excellence in Handicrafts, also known as the President's Award - it was her long-held dream to receive it.

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