paintings

In the captivating Hindu mythology, the fusion of gods Shiva and Parvati materializes as the enigmatic entity known as ardhnareshwar, signifying a harmonious convergence of masculinity and femininity. As the celestial arbiter of deliverance through destruction, Shiva stands as a multifaceted deity, embodying paradoxical traits — simultaneously the harbinger of dissolution and restoration, the austere ascetic and the embodiment of sensuality, the compassionate shepherd of souls and the vengeful avenger. Parvati, the graceful companion of Shiva, is venerated and petitioned by wives aspiring to matrimonial bliss. In the vibrant strokes of Devendra Kumar Jha's exquisite Madhubani painting, the essence of Hindu belief is vividly portrayed, asserting that husband and wife become one and unite in an eternal bond.

Devendra Kumar Jha is a master of Madhubani art and often depicts the captivating tales of Hindu mythology in his paintings. In this exceptional scene crafted with natural dyes on handmade paper he portrays the wedding between the goddess Sita and Ram, the avatar of the god Vishnu, who are the protagonists of the epic Ramayana. They wear vibrant attire and impressive jewellery while tenderly looking into each other’s eyes in this colourful artwork filled with cultural significance.

Saraswati, the embodiment of wisdom, knowledge, music and the arts in Hindu mythology, serves as a perennial muse for artists such as Devendra Kumar Jha. In his remarkable Madhubani creation rendered with natural dyes on handmade paper, Saraswati is portrayed adorned in resplendent attire, bedecked with impressive jewellery, gracefully mounted on a swan. Jha's artistic rendition captures the essence of this divine figure, offering an alluring visual testament to the goddess's multifaceted domains.

Krishna and Radha express their divine love in a pair of traditional Madhubani paintings that capture the celestial and passionate nature of the couple. Indian artist Sarita Devi portrays both deities in a thriving forest where fruits and flowers grow radiantly, all made with vegetal dyes on paper to create a colourful image in honour of the gods' benevolence and blessings.

Each artwork comes signed and unstretched.