| Medium | : | Watercolour |
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| Surface | : | Paper |
| Height | : | 11.75 inch / 29.8 cm |
| Width | : | 8.25 inch / 21 cm |
| Style | : | Figurative Paintings |
| Dimension | : | W: 21 cm × H: 29.8 cm |
| Year | : | 2026 |
A tender watercolor depiction of a crowned mother holding her child, expressing quiet strength, care, and resilience through soft, fluid strokes and earthy tones.
Gouranga Beshai | Untitled | Watercolour on Paper | 11.75 x 8.25 inches
This artwork carries a quiet poetry — an intimate portrayal of motherhood layered with symbolism and grace. The woman, gently holding her child against her, stands in a moment that feels both ordinary and deeply profound. Her body turns slightly away, as if she is caught between movement and pause, between responsibility and reflection.
The crown on her head is delicately suggested, almost fragile, yet it transforms her presence. She is not just a mother — she is dignified, resilient, and quietly powerful. The child rests against her with a natural ease, adding warmth and tenderness to the composition. In her hand, the umbrella introduces an element of journey or protection, hinting at life’s uncertainties and her role as a guardian.
The earthy palette — soft browns, muted greens, and gentle washes — blends seamlessly into the paper, allowing the figure to feel both grounded and ephemeral. The loose, flowing lines and unrefined edges give the painting its honesty, capturing emotion rather than perfection.
What emerges is a deeply human story: of care, strength, and silent endurance. She carries not only her child, but also the invisible weight of life — yet she stands composed, almost regal in her simplicity.
Born in 1968 in West Bengal, this self taught artist shows a great influence of Hemendra Mukherjee in his depiction of the female figures. As a realist artist his usage of colour too brings to life the figurative study in detail. Gouranga has exhibited his works through several solo shows in Kolkata, and Mumbai and participated in many annual shows over the years in Kolkata and Delhi and participated in innumerable groups’ shows in Kolkata, New Delhi, and Hyderabad.
He has attended many camps as follows: Several Art Camps in Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bhopal, Sikkim; Art Auction in Aid of Tsunami victims at Calcutta Swimming Club, 2005. He is the recipient of several awards as mentioned: Academy of Fine Arts, Kolkata Atul Bose’s Award & Academy’s Award, 1999; Reflection of Another Day (RAD) Aranya Award 2003; Vicharmanch, Indra Dugar Samman (Awards) 2005; Govt. of Andhra Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC) Awards 2012; Colours Land Art Academy Certificate of Excellence 2014.
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