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Mangala Deva on his Vahana

SKU : OPSP202600006
Rs. 45,000
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Artform

Kalighat, West Bengal

Artist

Piku Chitrakar

Dimensions

18x12 Inches

Medium

Water Color on Paper

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The Painting

This composition reimagines a sacred figure through the refined simplicity that defines Kalighat painting. The calm posture, symbolic attributes, and balanced composition invite contemplation rather than spectacle. Rooted in devotional imagery yet interpreted through an urban artistic tradition, the work bridges faith, folklore, and artistic innovation.

The Artform

Emerging from the 19th-century Calcutta, Kalighat painting originated near the Kalighat Temple dedicated to the goddess Kali. This art form reflects the dynamic cultural milieu of colonial India and unlike the intricate miniatures of earlier times embraces a simplified and more direct approach, utilizing bold lines, vibrant colors, and a touch of caricature to portray a wide range of subjects. Using a limited color palette consisting mainly of vibrant earth tones and bold contrasts, these paintings often depict mythological figures, deities, scenes from daily life, and even social critiques. The style is marked by its expressive yet economical brushwork, lending a certain immediacy to the compositions.

The Artist

Piku Chitrakar is a contemporary Kalighat artist from West Bengal who continues the rich legacy of one of India's most iconic urban folk painting traditions. Trained within the traditional Patua practice, his work draws inspiration from the bold brushwork, expressive figures and fluid compositions that have defined Kalighat painting since the nineteenth century. Working primarily in watercolor on paper, he interprets both everyday life and cultural narratives through simplified forms, vibrant colour and graceful line work. His paintings preserve the visual language of traditional Kalighat art while making it relevant for contemporary audiences. Through his practice, Piku contributes to keeping this historic artistic tradition alive for a new generation of collectors and art enthusiasts.

Provenance

The painting has been created by Bridge Bharat’s master artist partners.

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