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Basohli
Shell Gold & Silver
Goddess Gaja Lakshmi — Lalita Kapilavai — Traditional Artist
© Lalita Kapilavai — Traditional Artist. Digital Atelier & Cultural Archive. Digital reproduction, automated screen captures, and unauthorized printings are strictly prohibited.
Shell Gold & Silver
2022
Goddess Gaja Lakshmi
Natural pigments, shell gold, shell silver, beetle wings on wasli paper • L= 26.2cms; W= 18.5cms
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Archival Provenance & Copyright NoticeOriginal hand-crafted masterwork by Lalita Kapilavai- traditional artist. Unauthorised reproduction and digital harvesting is prohibited.
Classical Indian Fine Art • Year 2022
Goddess Gaja Lakshmi
Private Collection / Price Upon Request
Acquired
MaterialsNatural pigments, shell gold, shell silver, beetle wings on wasli paper
DimensionsL= 26.2cms; W= 18.5cms
Gold Purity22 Karat
Traditional SchoolBasohli
Iconographic Commentary & Symbolism
Goddess Gaja Lakshmi is seated in a poised posture on a lotus and is worshipped by two celestial elephants with golden pots of milk. The lotus stems from sacred waters bearing huge lotus leaves flanked on either side of the devi and create a balance in the composition. The contrast between the dark background and other elements of the painting makes it a compelling piece.
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