Working in the traditional Madhubani style, Vidushini in India paints this composition of two colorful fish swimming in opposite directions. Originating in Bihar, Madhubani painting was originally...read more
Working in the traditional Madhubani style, Vidushini in India paints this beautifully colorful painting of two fish in a lotus pond. Originating in Bihar, Madhubani painting was originally done to...read more
Smiling fish swim in unity in this Madhubani painting from the talented Bharti Dayal in India. She creates the harmonious underwater scene on handmade paper in black and white, relieved by red...read more
The traditional themes of Mithila come to life in Madhubani art. Painted with natural dyes on handmade paper, royal guards and soldiers of the king alternate in row after colorful row. The guards wear...read more
Seated in the riverbank, Krishna plays his flute to the delight of the herdswomen. Yet he has eyes only for Radha. Krishna is the Godhead of Hinduism. Radha was the most beloved of his consorts and...read more
Smiling fish frolic in the clear waters of a pond where a young elephant goes to drink. The pachyderm pauses to watch his finny friends in this delightful Madhubani painting. Originating in northern...read more
Krishna plays a lovely melody on his flute in a colorful ambience of summer flowers. Rejoicing with him are two village women. Indian artist Devendra Kumar Jha uses the ancient Madhubani technique to...read more
Ganesha, the beloved god with the head of an elephant, sits on a lotus throne with a mouse resting at his feet. A halo represents enlightenment as he feasts on his favorite dessert. Ganesha is the son...read more
Regarded as the celestial overlord of deliverance through destruction, Shiva dances to the sound of his damru drum while his wife, Parvati, watches. She holds their son, Ganesha, in her lap. Shiva is...read more