Who are your favorite artists?
Raja Ravi Varma, known as the father of modern Indian art, is one of the greatest painters of the country. He captured the images of Hindu gods and goddesses on canvas with such skill that his imagination came to be considered their true faces.
He invented new techniques by fusing Indian and European aesthetics and taught himself the art of painting. He created over 2,000 paintings in his lifetime, of which Shakuntala became the most famous.
Raja Ravi Varma was born on 29 April 1848, he was closely related to the royal family of Travancore of present-day Kerala state in India. His religious depictions of Hindu deities and works from Indian epic poetry and Puranas have received critical acclaim.
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Raja Ravi Varma’s paintings truly brought gods and stories to life, his art still feels so real and beautiful even today.
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💯💯 it’s like someone capture God on camera 🤓🤓
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He basically democratised art… from palace walls into the homes of common people !!!
My favourite would have been Damayanti and the swan! 🦢
Shashwat your post made me nostalgic !! Thanks ❤️
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💯💯 thank you so much Mam for appreciation 🙏🥰😊
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🙏🙏🥰
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Raja Ravi Varma is truly a foundational figure in Indian art. His ability to blend Indian and European styles was revolutionary. It’s amazing how his depictions of gods and goddesses became the standard for how people imagined them. The fact that he was self-taught makes his achievement even more incredible. Shakuntala is a stunning work. Thanks for sharing this tribute to the father of modern Indian art!
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Thank you so much Sir for a wonderful comment 🙏🥰🤓
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Dear Shashwat
It was essential to spend some time pondering on the post. Therefore, I am responding late. Your post is marvellous, as usual.
Thanks for liking my post, Reunion. 😊💖❤️🌹
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Thank you so much Sir for your blessings 🙏🥰
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Very interesting! Beautiful paintings 😎
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Thank you so much Sir for appreciation 🙏🥰🤓
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Lovely!
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Thank you so much for appreciation 🙏🥰🤓
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Beautiful
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