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Kali / Tara, ca. 1885-90. Creator: Calcutta Art Studio
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Kali / Tara, ca. 1885-90. Creator: Calcutta Art Studio
Kali/Tara, ca. 1885-90
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Arms Blood Bloody Chromolithograph Chromolithographic Print On Paper Dramatic Fires Heads Hindu Hinduism Kali Machete Necklace Reptile Reptiles Severed Head Shiva Siva Skull Skulls Snake Snakes Tara Tiger Skin Lithotint
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This chromolithographic print on paper, titled "Kali / Tara" transports us back to the late 19th century in Calcutta. Created by the talented hands of the Calcutta Art Studio, this artwork beautifully captures the essence of Hindu mythology and religious symbolism. In this dramatic depiction, we witness Kali/Tara, a powerful female deity revered in Hinduism. Her fiery presence is intensified by her nakedness and adorned with intricate jewelry that symbolizes her divine status. With multiple arms representing her ability to multitask and protect devotees from evil forces, she holds a menacing machete and severed heads as a reminder of death's inevitable embrace. The artist skillfully portrays Kali/Tara amidst a backdrop of vibrant colors, emphasizing her significance as both a goddess of destruction and creation. The tiger skin beneath her feet signifies her connection to nature's raw power while snakes coil around her neck like sacred ornaments. As we gaze upon this lithotint masterpiece housed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, we are transported into an ancient world where gods walked among men. It serves as a testament to the rich heritage artistry that thrived during India's colonial era. Through its vivid imagery and meticulous details, this print invites us to explore the depths of Hindu spirituality while appreciating the artistic brilliance behind it. It stands as an enduring testament to human creativity and devotion throughout centuries past.
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