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Dance of the Flame Deer

SKU : BBP0088B00009
Rs. 6,680
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Artform

Bhil, Madhya Pradesh

Artist

Sangeeta Bariya

Dimensions

11x7.5 Inches

Medium

Natural Pigments on Handmade Paper

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The Painting

Two beautifully patterned deer face one another beneath crowns of fiery foliage that resemble blossoming antlers. Their mirrored stance suggests companionship, celebration, and the rhythms of life in the forest. Created with the characteristic dots and vibrant colours of Bhil art, the painting captures the warmth, vitality, and joyful spirit found in tribal storytelling traditions.

The Artform

Bhil art, a captivating tribal art form from central India, boasts a rich history deeply connected to the Bhil people's way of life. Traditionally adorning mud walls and shrines, these paintings expressed their beliefs and connection to nature through a simple style. Bold outlines, flat perspectives, and a limited palette of natural colors depict animals, symbolic of the natural world, and scenes from daily life or mythology. The use of dots, in vibrant colors distinct from Gond art, adds texture and depth to these narratives, offering a glimpse into Bhil traditions and customs. In recent times, Bhil art has expanded beyond walls, finding expression on cloth, paper, and other surfaces, captivating a wider audience and preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Bhil people.

The Artist

"Sangeeta Bariya, born in 2002 in Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh, belongs to the Bhil tribal community, one of the oldest indigenous groups in India. Raised in Bhopal, she developed a deep passion for painting from an early age. After completing her education, she immersed herself in the traditional Bhil Pithora painting, a ritual and cultural art form passed down through generations in her family for over 20 years. Guided by her husband Aanand Bariya, and in-laws Sharma and Dubu Bariya, Sangeeta learned the unique style that features natural pigments and symbolic motifs, especially the traditional ""bindi"" dot patterns drawn using the thumb. With 5 years of professional experience, Sangeeta has exhibited her work in major cities such as Delhi, Bangalore, Bhopal, Ujjain, and Jamshedpur (Jharkhand). Her paintings often reflect tribal beliefs, ceremonies, and nature, staying true to the Bhil tradition while adding her own contemporary touch. Sangeeta continues to promote Bhil art with dedication, aiming to preserve this vibrant folk legacy through exhibitions and community engagement."

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