Kali puja
1860
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1860
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Kali puja is a 1860 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a bright red pavilion with a group of people inside. At the front, a blue-skinned figure with multiple arms stands over a prone man on a platform. The people around them wear simple white or yellow cloths, some standing still, others kneeling or holding objects. On the ground are bowls, plates, and a small white goat. The scene feels busy but orderly, with bold colors and clear lines. The blue figure looks like a deity, possibly connected to Hindu traditions. The people’s calm expressions and the offerings suggest a ritual or ceremony. Look up Victoria and Albert Museum to see more works like this.
Worshippers are depicted in front of a representation of the goddess Kali, who is shown standing on the prone figure of Shiva. A goat is positioned nearby, prepared for a sacrificial offering.
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