1950s Tanjore Painting Shiva Parvati

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Antique Tanjore painting depicting Pradosha Moorthy Shiva with Parvati riding Nandi.
South India.
Mid 20th century, gouache with gesso and … Read more Antique Tanjore painting depicting Pradosha Moorthy Shiva with Parvati riding Nandi.
South India.
Mid 20th century, gouache with gesso and 22k gilt gold foil and stones on wood panel.
Professionally framed in a wood frame using museum quality non reflective glass.
Sight: H 23 1/5 x W 17 1/5 x D 2 inch
Pruvate estate in Tanjavur, Tamilnadu, India.

This image depicts a Tanjore painting of Pradosha Moorthy, which represents Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
The painting portrays Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, with Lord Shiva seated and Goddess Parvati (depicted with a green complexion) on his lap, riding on Nandi, Shiva's divine bull.
Tanjore painting, known for its vibrant colors, intricate gold leaf work, and ornate embellishments, often depicting Hindu deities and mythological stories.
Pradosha Moorthy signifies the form of Shiva worshipped during the Pradosha Kala, a specific time around sunset on the thirteenth day of a lunar fortnight, believed to be auspicious for seeking blessings and peace.
The specific painting in the image depicts Shiva and Parvati, the universal mother-father duo in Hindu mythology, riding on Nandi, Shiva's mount. This portrayal is also known as Pradosha Moorthy and is considered auspicious for worship, especially during Pradosha Zkala
Tanjore paintings typically utilize traditional colors, 24-karat gold foil, and sometimes include embedded gems, creating a rich and elaborate appearance. See less