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The Goddess Kali
Unknown Artist
1890 · Medium Not Listed
A striking 19th-century Kalighat painting of the Hindu goddess Kali, characterized by bold lines and a vibrant, graphic palette.
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Where it works
A bold work with active energy in softened golden tones — anchors a relaxed room with more depth.
- Often works in
- Living Room · Study · Library
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Benefits from a distinct wall tone
- Color notes
- Aged gold, Olive green, Muted red
About the piece
This 19th-century Kalighat painting from Calcutta depicts the Hindu goddess Kali in her iconic form. Rendered with the swift, rhythmic brushwork characteristic of the Kalighat folk style, the piece features a bold color palette of deep black, bright yellow, and intense red, creating a powerful and decorative image that exemplifies the expressive power of Indian bazaar paintings.
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