LAHOTI, MURLI
UNTITLED
Signed by Artist 'Lahoti' (Center Left)Image size: 75.7 x 74.7 cm (29.8 x 29.4 Inches)
Frame size: 83.7 x 83.7 cm (32.9 x 32.9 Inches)
The artwork is a mixed media piece by Murli Lahoti, featuring a figure and intricate patterns on a textured, reddish-brown background. The central figure, possibly depicting a warrior or deity, is rendered in silver or light-colored materiall, standing with a spear or staff. The figure's body is detailed with geometric patterns, and it is positioned slightly off-center, creating a dynamic composition.
The horizontal band in the background, crowded with figures from ancient India, evokes a sense of timeless narrative. It feels as though the artist has compressed the chaotic battlefield into a single, expansive panel.
The skeletal figure, emerging from the horizontal band, symbolizes both victory and survival. Its gaunt, stripped form reflects the brutality of battle and time's passage. Yet, within its bones lies resilience a testament to endurance against death. Though physically defeated, it rises above the chaos, embodying survival as a victory of spirit, not just body. In its fragile form, it becomes a powerful reminder that survival itself is a triumph over adversity.
The use of contrasting colors and textures, along with the detailed craftsmanship, suggests that it is likely a significant work within Lahoti's oeuvre, possibly reflecting his interest in mural paintings and mixed media techniques.
Provenance : Collection of a Gentleman
About Artist
Murli Lahoti (B. 1945)
Born in Maharashtra into an agricultural business family, Lahoti developed a deep love for painting during his childhood. Despite initial objections from his family, he remained committed to his passion and pursued formal training in the arts. He…...Read More
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