CAUR, ARPANA (1954)
UNTITLED (ENLIGHTENMENT OF BUDDHA)
Signed and DatedSigned by Artist "Arpana Caur/ 2007" (Lower Right); Signed and Dated "Arpana/2007" (On the Reverse)
Year: 2007
Image size: 100 x 75 cm (39.3 x 29.5 Inches)
Frame size: 106.6 x 76.5 cm (41.9 x 30 Inches)
That's an intriguing and modern interpretation of Buddha's enlightenment! Arpana's comparison of the Buddha's enlightenment to "plugging in" to a source of energy brings a fresh, contemporary perspective to the ancient story. It suggests a direct connection to a higher power, akin to how we draw energy from an electric source to fuel our daily lives.
This "plug-in" metaphor also evokes the idea of instantaneous access to an immense power or awareness, just as plugging into an electric outlet immediately supplies us with energy. The concept of enlightenment being a form of activation or awakening makes it feel more accessible, like flicking a switch to access deeper truths, much like turning on a light.
The painting depicts buddha against a muted background with a contrasting dark element resembling a tree in abstract shape. The figure is rendered with soft lines and shading, giving it a somewhat ethereal quality. The color palette is limited, dominated by pale yellows, browns, and blues, contributing to a calm and contemplative mood.
The central subject is a figure of Buddha, depicted in a semi-abstract style. The figure's skin is rendered in pale blue, contrasting with the warmer tones of the background. The body is outlined with minimal detail, suggesting a sense of vulnerability or incompleteness.
The figure is positioned to the right of the canvas, balanced by the dark, tree-like shape on the left. This creates a visual tension and directs the viewer's eye across the painting. The background is a gradient of light yellows and browns, providing a soft and diffused setting for the figures.
The limited palette enhances the painting's overall sense of harmony and tranquillity.
Provenance : Collection of a Gentleman
Ati Art Gallery
About Artist
Arpana Caur (B. 1954)
Arpana Caur, born in 1954, is a renowned Indian artist whose work has made a significant impact both in India and internationally. Since 1974, she has exhibited widely, with solo shows not only in major Indian cities such…...Read More
This work is in good condition.
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