| Medium | : | Watercolour |
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| Height | : | 22 inch / 55.9 cm |
| Width | : | 15 inch / 38.1 cm |
| Dimension | : | W: 38.1 cm × H: 55.9 cm |
A classic watercolour by E. Kumaril Swamy portraying Mahishasur Mardini, where refined line work and dynamic composition celebrate Durga’s divine triumph over evil.
E. Kumaril Swamy | Mahishasur Mardini | Watercolour on Nepali Paper | 22 x 15 inches | 1945
This finely articulated work by E. Kumaril Swamy, depicting Mahishasur Mardini, exemplifies a masterful synthesis of classical Indian iconography and refined linear elegance. Executed in watercolour on Nepali paper, the composition presents the goddess Durga in a moment of dynamic yet controlled triumph as she subdues the buffalo demon Mahishasura. The goddess is shown with multiple arms radiating outward in rhythmic balance, each hand bearing symbolic weapons that signify divine power, protection, and cosmic order. Her poised yet forceful stance, mounted upon a ferocious lion, conveys both grace and authority, transforming violence into a sacred act of restoration. Swamy’s confident, continuous line work recalls mural traditions and temple reliefs, while the restrained palette allows the drawing’s fluidity and ornamental detailing to dominate. Swirling motifs around the figures lend a sense of movement and spiritual energy, suggesting the cosmic turbulence of the battle. The demon’s contorted form contrasts sharply with the goddess’s calm, composed expression, reinforcing the moral and metaphysical victory of dharma over chaos. Overall, the painting stands as a devotional and aesthetic statement, merging mythology, rhythm, and disciplined draftsmanship into a timeless visual narrative.
E. Kumaril Swamy (1924–1988) was a versatile Indian artist known for his lyrical style and exploration across diverse mediums, including watercolour, tempera, frescoes, murals, and oil painting. Deeply rooted in Indian traditions, Swamy developed a distinctive visual language that blended classical aesthetics with contemporary sensibilities.
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