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Artform

Bhil, Madhya Pradesh

Artist

Nankusiya Shyam

Dimensions

35x54 Inches

Medium

Acrylic Colors on Canvas

Framing

Unframed

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The Painting

This composition presents a powerful animal form rendered through dense, rhythmic dot patterns characteristic of Bhil painting. The creature’s elongated body and expressive eye evoke a forest guardian—an ancestral being that embodies protection, instinct, and ecological balance. A bird perched atop the animal suggests symbiosis and dialogue between species, reinforcing the Bhil worldview where humans, animals, and nature coexist as equals. The layered patterns pulse with life, transforming the figure into a living landscape rather than a single being.

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

Nankusiya Shyam is a contemporary Bhil artist known for his vibrant reinterpretation of traditional Bhil painting. Rooted in the cultural heritage of the Bhil community, his works draw inspiration from nature, folklore, rituals, and everyday village life. Using bold lines, rhythmic dot patterns, and vivid colors, he transforms oral traditions and ancestral symbols into dynamic visual narratives. Through his art, Nankusiya Shyam plays an important role in preserving and promoting Bhil cultural identity while engaging with modern audiences across India and beyond.

Provenance

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

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"The price you see is for an unframed painting. If you want us to custom frame the artwork, please drop us a message. We highly encourage this, framing is an art by itself :) The artwork you will receive is as close to the original artwork as possible but as with all things handmade, there may be minute differences in color and motifs, truly rendering each artwork one of a kind. Trust the process! "

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