KARM 108

Ganjifa-style Lord Mahadev Painting on Paper

SKU: DDI918

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Specifications
  • ArtistBabita - Mysore
  • Medium Natural Colors On Paper
  • Dimensions8 in (H) x 8 in (W)
Description

This exquisite painting presents Lord Mahadev, the venerated deity of dissolution and regeneration, rendered in a captivating Ganjifa style. Ganjifa art, traditionally associated with royal playing cards, is renowned for its intricate detailing, bold outlines, and vibrant palette. Here, Mahadev is depicted with characteristic reverence and symbolic elements, perhaps featuring his third eye, the crescent moon, and his serene, meditative aspect, all executed with the stylistic hallmarks of the Ganjifa tradition adapted for a singular artwork on paper.

Masterfully created by Babita from Mysore, this artwork showcases the artist's dedication to traditional Indian painting techniques. The medium of natural colors on paper imbues the work with an organic luminosity and depth, reflecting the rich heritage of pigment preparation. Each stroke reveals a steady hand and meticulous attention to form, from the precise drawing of the deity's features to the delicate layering of hues that bring the Ganjifa aesthetic to life.

As a unique, one-of-a-kind original, this painting is not a reproduction or print. It comes complete with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its provenance and value. Enjoy the convenience of free insured delivery, safely bringing this exceptional piece of traditional Indian art directly to your home across India.

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Material & Care

Natural Colors On Paper.

  • Keep out of direct sunlight to protect the pigments
  • Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
  • Avoid moisture, humidity, water and sprays
  • Frame under UV-protective glass for longevity
  • Handmade — slight irregularities are the artist's signature

Indian Folk Art · India

Ganjifa-style Lord Mahadev Painting on Paper

This exquisite painting presents Lord Mahadev, the venerated deity of dissolution and regeneration, rendered in a captivating Ganjifa style.

Every line here was drawn by hand, and carries a story older than memory.
Ganjifa-style Lord Mahadev Painting on Paper

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Ganjifa art, traditionally associated with royal playing cards, is renowned for its intricate detailing, bold outlines, and vibrant palette.

Ganjifa-style Lord Mahadev Painting on Paper

02

Here, Mahadev is depicted with characteristic reverence and symbolic elements, perhaps featuring his third eye, the crescent moon, and his serene, meditative aspect, all executed with the stylistic hallmarks of the Ganjifa tradition adapted for a singular artwork on paper.Masterfully created by Babita from Mysore, this artwork showcases the artist's dedication to traditional Indian painting techniques.

Ganjifa-style Lord Mahadev Painting on Paper

03

The medium of natural colors on paper imbues the work with an organic luminosity and depth, reflecting the rich heritage of pigment preparation.

The tradition

A hand-painted work in a traditional folk idiom of India.

Indian Folk Art · India