Shanti Devi
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1890
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Shanti Devi is a 1890 paint by Unknown, a Impressionism work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a woman seated on the ground, surrounded by trees. She is dressed in a white and blue sari with a pattern of small dots, and her long black hair cascades down her back. The woman is adorned with multiple necklaces and bracelets, and she wears a crown on her head. Her right hand holds a small object, while her left hand rests on her lap. The woman's attire and accessories suggest a sense of elegance and refinement. The trees in the background add a touch of natural beauty to the scene. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the painting. To learn more about the artistic techniques used in this painting, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
The artwork depicts the goddess Shanti Devi, associated with peace, rendered in watercolour and tin alloy on cardboard. She is shown engaged in worship at a lingam shrine.
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