The Abode in Gond by Gareeba Singh Tekam

This captivating Gond artwork offers a powerful and deeply symbolic glimpse into the majesty and protective nature of the wild. Skillfully rendered through the intricate language of dots and fine lines, the piece presents a stylized depiction of a lion family, with a large, protective lion standing over a smaller companion. This mesmerizing visual narrative speaks to the profound reverence the Gond community holds for the strength, courage, and familial bonds observed in nature.

The artist has masterfully used a rich, dark palette for the bodies, which are filled with a dense, shimmering pattern of fine, parallel lines that creates a palpable sense of texture and power. The most striking feature of the artwork is the intricate detailing of the manes. The large lion’s mane is a swirling halo of white, while the smaller lion's is a vibrant red, both filled with meticulous designs that give them a luminous, almost spiritual quality. This contrast in color draws the eye to their powerful heads and bold eyes, which are depicted with an almost human-like intensity.

In Gond folklore, the lion is a potent symbol of power, courage, and the untamed spirit of the forest. This artwork, which portrays a family group, extends that symbolism to include themes of protection, lineage, and the passing down of strength. The larger lion's posture, standing guard over the smaller one, is a beautiful visual representation of the protective instinct inherent in nature. The piece serves as a profound testament to the artist's skill and a celebration of the fierce yet tender bonds that exist in the wild, honoring the lion not just as a creature of power but as a revered guardian of the natural world.

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All artworks on the website are hand painted from scratch by our master artists. This makes every artwork absolutely unique and the actual colour and overall artwork may vary slightly from the artwork image posted here.