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KALIGHAT SCHOOL

Lot No. 6: KALIGHAT PAINTING

UNTITLED (DRAUPADI'S SWAYAMVARA)

  • Medium: Watercolor on Paper
  • Size: 19.8 x 15.7 Inches
  • Place: India

Winning Bid : ₹ 95,040

(Inclusive Buyer's Premium)

Estimate

 80,000 -  1,20,000


Estimate US$

960-1400

Ends at Dec 20, 2024 07:05 PM IST

Quick Overview

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KALIGHAT PAINTING

UNTITLED (DRAUPADI'S SWAYAMVARA)

Image size - 37.7 x 27.7 cm (14.8 x 10.9 Inches)
Mount size - 50.5 x 40 cm (19.8 x 15.7 Inches)

This vivid artwork depicted a scene of Swayamvara contest of Draupadis marriage from Mahabharta, the test was to lift and string a bow, and fire arrows to pierce the eye of a golden fish only by looking at its reflection in the water.

In this two dimensional composition artist has depicted above narrative in suggestive manner. Each figures shown here offers a compelling glimpse into the stark realities of 19th-century Calcutta through the captivating medium of Kalighat Painting. The evocative use of colour, with vibrant hues juxtaposed against somber tones, underscores the power dynamics at play.
Provenance : Collection of a distinguish family

About Artist

Kalighat Painting (1830s - 1930s)

Kalighat painting evolved as a unique genre of Indian painting in 19th-century Calcutta, West Bengal characterised by bright colours and bold outlines striking a visual image of a simple yet effective measure. Images of Goddess Kali were sold as souvenirs…...Read More

Good Condition
Nickname Amount(Rs) Type Date & Time(IST)
1 anon0142 79200.00 Regular 18-12-2024 11:12:49 AM IST
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