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Seven Heroes or Warriors Killing Abhimanya, Son of Arjuna, 1800s. Creator: Unknown
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Seven Heroes or Warriors Killing Abhimanya, Son of Arjuna, 1800s. Creator: Unknown
Seven Heroes or Warriors Killing Abhimanya, Son of Arjuna, 1800s. Abhimanyu (son of Arjuna and Subhadra, nephew of Krishna) is a tragic figure from the epic Mahabharata (The Great History of the Descendants of Bharat). As a fetus in his mothers womb he hears how to penetrate the Chakravyuha, a circular pattern of troops, from his father Arjuna who is talking with his mother Subhadra. Noticing that Subhadra is asleep, Arjuna stops speaking and does not explain to her how to escape after attacking it. Abhimanyu thus only has partial knowledge. Here he is depicted as surrounded in the Chakravyuha and about to be killed
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And Tin Paint Black Ink Calcutta Kalighat Painting With Graphite Underdrawing On Paper
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This print titled "Seven Heroes or Warriors Killing Abhimanya, Son of Arjuna" takes us back to the 1800s and portrays a tragic scene from the epic Mahabharata. The creator of this artwork remains unknown, but their skill in capturing the intensity and emotion is undeniable. The image depicts Abhimanyu, son of Arjuna and Subhadra, as he finds himself surrounded within the Chakravyuha – a circular formation of troops. As a fetus in his mother's womb, Abhimanyu had overheard his father explaining how to penetrate this intricate battle formation. However, due to Subhadra's slumber during their conversation, she remained unaware of how to escape after attacking it. Consequently, Abhimanyu possesses only partial knowledge that leaves him vulnerable amidst this perilous situation. In this painting by Heritage Art/Heritage Images, we witness the impending doom that awaits young Abhimanyu. The artist masterfully employs tin paint, black ink, watercolor with graphite underdrawing on paper to bring out every detail and evoke strong emotions within viewers. Displayed at The Cleveland Museum of Art in Calcutta (India), this piece showcases the rich cultural heritage found within Kalighat paintings. Its historical significance lies not only in its artistic value but also in its portrayal of an iconic moment from Indian mythology. As we gaze upon this poignant image captured by an anonymous creator centuries ago, we are reminded once again of
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