Fishing Net and Fisherman Warli Painting on Cloth

This distinctive Warli painting by Sanjay Balkrishna Parhad captures a moment from daily life: a fisherman with his net. The scene is rendered with the characteristic elemental geometry of Warli art, where circles, triangles, and lines coalesce to form simplified human figures and the intricate weave of the fishing net. It is a quiet celebration of sustenance and the deep connection to nature, a recurring motif in the Warli tradition which honours harvest, hunting, and the rhythms of community life. The composition, while not centered around the sacred chauk, subtly evokes the harmony of the Warli world.

Crafted by the artist Sanjay Balkrishna Parhad from Maharashtra, this work exemplifies the living tradition of Warli art. While traditionally executed with white rice paste on red ochre mud walls, this piece employs natural colours on cloth, demonstrating a thoughtful evolution in medium while retaining the integrity of the ancestral aesthetic. The visual language remains rooted in the Warli people's ancient practice of depicting their world through stark, symbolic forms, reflecting their cosmology and their observations of community, rituals, and the environment.

As a one-of-a-kind original, this painting offers a singular connection to the artist's hand and vision. It is not a print, but a unique creation accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its provenance and value. We are pleased to offer complimentary insured delivery across India for this exceptional piece.