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Durga, Having Decapitated Bull and Mahishasura Within, Drives off Remaining Demons while Gods in Clouds Applaud, by Unknown, unspecified, 1800

Durga, Having Decapitated Bull and Mahishasura Within, Drives off Remaining Demons while Gods in Clouds Applaud

Unknown

1800

unspecified

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

Dominant colour

Overview

Durga, Having Decapitated Bull and Mahishasura Within, Drives off Remaining Demons while Gods in Clouds Applaud is a 1800 unspecified by Unknown, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1800
Where can I see it?
Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

In this painting, a woman in a red skirt and gray top rides a black bull, holding a sword and shield. She is surrounded by various creatures, including a yellow lion-like animal and several men with weapons. The background features a green field with white clouds and a blue sky. The woman appears to be in the midst of battle, with the bull and other creatures fighting off the men. The scene is dynamic and action-packed, with a sense of energy and movement. The painting's use of bold colors and dramatic composition draws the viewer's eye to the central figure of the woman. To learn more about the artist's use of color and composition, explore the work of other artists who have used similar techniques, such as chiaroscuro.

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