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Durga Slaying Mahisha, c. 1830. Creator: Unknown
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Durga Slaying Mahisha, c. 1830. Creator: Unknown
Durga Slaying Mahisha, c. 1830. According to the text dedicated to the exploits of the great goddess Devi in her various forms, there was a time in the mythic past when a buffalo demon was ravaging the world. Storm clouds swirl above and dust below him. The goddess in her warrior aspect in which she is named Durga rides a chariot pulled by two leonine tigers with blue skies and flowering trees above her. The two are about to clash in a bloody battle that will take place on the gently sloping hillside evocative of the western Himalayan foothills where this painting was made
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This print showcases the ancient mythological tale of Durga Slaying Mahisha, dating back to approximately 1830. Created by an unknown artist, this artwork depicts a pivotal moment in the story of Devi, the great goddess. The scene unfolds with a buffalo demon named Mahisha wreaking havoc upon the world. Above him, storm clouds gather ominously while dust swirls below. Riding into battle on a chariot pulled by two majestic tigers, Durga appears in her fierce warrior form. The sky above her is painted in vibrant blue hues and flowering trees adorn the backdrop. As these powerful beings prepare to clash on a gently sloping hillside reminiscent of the western Himalayan foothills where this painting originated, one can sense the impending intensity and violence that will unfold. This stunning piece captures both the divine strength of Durga and the malevolence of Mahisha. Preserved as part of India's rich heritage art tradition, this 19th-century masterpiece is rendered using vivid colors on delicate paper. Currently housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, it stands as a testament to both its anonymous creator's skill and their dedication to immortalizing timeless tales through visual storytelling. Heritage Art/Heritage Images has expertly reproduced this awe-inspiring artwork in photographic form for all to appreciate and admire without any commercial intentions involved.
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