{"product_id":"ardhanarishwara-in-madhubani-by-abdhesh-kumar-karn","title":"Ardhanarishwara in Madhubani by Abdhesh Kumar Karn","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis mesmerising Madhubani painting by Abdhesh Kumar Karn presents a captivating and symbolic depiction of Ardhanarishwara, the composite androgynous form of the Hindu deities Shiva and Shakti. The artwork visually articulates the non-dualistic philosophy of the universe, where the masculine (Shiva) and feminine (Shakti) energies are inseparable and complementary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMadhubani painting, also called Mithila painting, is a folk-art tradition of the Mithila region in north Bihar, sustained for centuries by women of the household who painted on the freshly plastered mud walls and floors of their homes. Characterized by complex geometrical patterns, these paintings are known for representing ritual content for particular occasions, including festivals and religious rituals. A defining principle of this tradition is the complete filling of the canvas with elaborate background texturing, ensuring that no negative space remains blank.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe composition is anchored by the central, four-armed figure split vertically down the center. The stark juxtaposition between the two halves creates a powerful visual dialogue between ascetic power and elegant grace.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the left side, Shiva is rendered in a deep blue, featuring a large, stylized eye and half of a third eye on his forehead. In his hands, he grips a damru and trishul wrapped by two intertwined serpents, while a sacred serpent wraps around his neck. His lower half is draped in a stylized tiger skin, with a boldly drawn, expressive tiger face, while his lower leg remains bare, anchored on a stylized rocky terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eOn the right side, Shakti is rendered in a cream tone, heavily embellished to denote royal divinity. Her face is adorned with a traditional nath and an ornate jhumkas. Her long, flowing hair cascades down her back. She is elegantly attired in a traditional ghagra-choli and dupatta, each segment intensely decorated with dense kachni (line shading) patterns using a rich crimson red and black. In her hands she holds two large lotus buds, symbols of purity, spiritual awakening and fertility. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs per the classical Mithila style, the background is treated with elaborate texturing to fill all negative space. Behind the figure, the canvas is filled with a dense canopy of pointed leaves, each veined with fine black ink strokes, evoking the wild, natural forests of Mount Kailash. The ground beneath the deity is rendered as a stylized pathway, constructed from small, individually outlined blocks filled with parallel line shading.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe composition is enclosed within a traditional border that locks the swirling energy of the internal patterns in place. A bold black band at the edge acts as a perfect visual anchor, delivering a beautifully cohesive and authentic folk masterpiece that honors the enduring legacy of Madhubani heritage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Abdhesh Kumar Karn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48353573765334,"sku":null,"price":7000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Ardhanarishwara_in_Madubani_by_Abdhesh_Kumar_Karn.png?v=1781246528","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/ardhanarishwara-in-madhubani-by-abdhesh-kumar-karn","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}