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Serial Number: ART2271
Valuation:
Medium:
Oil on canvas
Type:
Narrative
Style:
Realism
Date:
1896
Size:
170 x 120 cm
Artist:
Raja Ravi Varma was a renowned Indian painter born in 1848 in Kilimanoor. He is known for blending European realistic painting techniques with Indian mythological themes from epics like the Mahabharata and Ramayana, making him one of the pioneers of modern Indian art.
Status: Display
Description:
This painting depicts a dramatic and emotionally charged scene in which Kusumavati protects her lover from her brother’s attack inside a lavish palace. The figures are rendered with expressive faces that convey fear, anger, and courage, while their gestures and body movements heighten the tension and sense of motion. Rich details, such as the open jewelry box and intricate palace interiors, establish the royal setting and visually narrate the story. In the background, several onlookers observe the unfolding event, adding to the drama and reflecting the societal context of the moment. The composition showcases the artist’s skill in blending human emotion with detailed environments, creating a scene that is both vivid and immersive.
