KARM 108

Kaveramma, River Goddess Kavery - the Kodavas Deity Painting

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Specifications
  • ArtistMeru Art Gallery - Bengaluru
  • MediumWatercolor with 22 Karat Gold Work
  • Dimensions17 in (H) x 14 in (W)
Description

Kaveramma, the revered River Goddess Kaveri, is beautifully depicted in this exquisite traditional Indian painting. A life-giving deity central to the culture of the Kodavas people in Karnataka, Kaveri is personified as the divine mother, source of the sacred Kaveri River. Her legend speaks of her descent to earth to bring prosperity and spiritual sustenance, making her a symbol of fertility, purity, and benevolence. The rendition here captures her iconic form, radiating an aura of grace and sanctity, characteristic of devotional art that seeks to evoke reverence and connection.

Crafted by Meru Art Gallery in Bengaluru, this painting exemplifies a dedication to preserving and presenting India's rich artistic heritage. The choice of watercolor as a primary medium allows for delicate gradations and subtle nuances of color, building depth and texture with skilled handwork. This is further enhanced by the meticulous application of 22 karat gold work, a traditional technique that imbues the artwork with a luminous, ethereal quality, highlighting divine attributes and ornate details with resplendent brilliance. Each stroke and gold embellishment reflects practiced artistry and devotion to craft.

This piece is presented as a truly unique creation, a one of a kind original painting, not a mass produced print or reproduction. It represents an authentic expression of Indian traditional art, destined to be a treasured acquisition. To assure its provenance and value, each painting ships complete with a signed Certificate of Authenticity. Collectors across India can anticipate free, insured delivery, ensuring this sacred depiction arrives safely and securely at its new home.

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Material & Care

Watercolor with 22 Karat Gold Work.

  • 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

Kaveramma, River Goddess Kavery - the Kodavas Deity Painting

Kaveramma, the revered River Goddess Kaveri, is beautifully depicted in this exquisite traditional Indian painting.

Every line here was drawn by hand, and carries a story older than memory.
Kaveramma, River Goddess Kavery - the Kodavas Deity Painting

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A life-giving deity central to the culture of the Kodavas people in Karnataka, Kaveri is personified as the divine mother, source of the sacred Kaveri River.

Kaveramma, River Goddess Kavery - the Kodavas Deity Painting

02

Her legend speaks of her descent to earth to bring prosperity and spiritual sustenance, making her a symbol of fertility, purity, and benevolence.

Kaveramma, River Goddess Kavery - the Kodavas Deity Painting

03

The rendition here captures her iconic form, radiating an aura of grace and sanctity, characteristic of devotional art that seeks to evoke reverence and connection.Crafted by Meru Art Gallery in Bengaluru, this painting exemplifies a dedication to preserving and presenting India's rich artistic heritage.

The tradition

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

Indian Folk Art · India