Mahua Tree in Gond by Venkat Shyam
£1,769.00
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This is a beautful Gond painting by artist Venkat Shyam, depicting the plant called Mahua (Madhuca longifolia), illustrating its connection to the vitality, longevity and continuity of life. He beautifully captures nature and its various forms of vegetation, delineating the piece in cultural and tribal roots. Gond art is a traditional form of expression originating from the Indian subcontinent, particularly flourishing in the central region of India, especially in Madhya Pradesh. Historically, this art was practised on the walls and floors of dwellings, serving to celebrate and reflect the symbolic and cultural essence of local communities. Artists employ a variety of geometric patterns comprised of dots, lines, spirals and other shapes to create intricate and repetitive designs that embody the vibrancy of tribal life. In this painting, Mahua takes centre stage. The symmetry and vertical
Craft: Gond art. From Madhya Pradesh. Sold by MeMeraki. Ships from India.
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