{"product_id":"goddess-kali-in-kalighat-by-sonali-chitrakar-1","title":"Goddess Kali in Kalighat by Sonali Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis powerful Kalighat painting by Sonali Chitrakar captures the terrifying yet protective cosmic form of Goddess Kali. Characterized by its monumental focal figures and bold contours, the composition masterfully handles traditional sacred iconography through a vibrant folk lens. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKalighat painting is a traditional art form that originated in the 19th century around the Kalighat Temple in Kolkata, Bengal, practiced by the Patua community. It is celebrated for its sweeping, lyrical brushstrokes, bold color fills, and a unique blend of mythological themes with satirical commentary on contemporary life. Traditionally executed with water-based pigments on paper, this style is renowned for its rapid, expressive line-work and minimalistic backgrounds that emphasize the volume and dramatic expressions of the central figures.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe composition is dominated by the deep cerulean-blue skinned Goddess Kali, seated in a powerful cross-legged posture. Her face features massive, wide-open eyes with a prominent third eye on her forehead, and an elongated crimson tongue sticking out past her chin, topped by a tall red crown. She has four arms; one hand holds a curved silver scimitar, another grips a freshly severed human head, one hold her crown and the fourth, a flower. Her hands are detailed with white line bracelets. She is garbed in a bright yellow skirt featuring sharp vertical pleats and a matching crimson lower garment decorated with white dots. Her thick black hair flows outward to form a dark, textured cape behind her.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDirectly beneath her feet lies the pale white head and torso of Lord Shiva, who rests along the base. Shiva’s face is rendered with peaceful closed eyes, a vertical third eye, and long orange hair that spreads out like flames. Flanking the prostrate deity are two small, highly stylized orange jackals looking upward in profile, their bodies detailed with fine white patterns. The entire sacred scene unfolds against a solid, vibrant golden-mustard yellow background, enclosed within a clean, dark charcoal frame. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis commanding visualization functions as a profound exploration of cosmic time and the dissolution of the ego. By balancing the fierce, active energy of the blue goddess against the absolute, serene stillness of the white Shiva below, Sonali Chitrakar masterfully utilizes the fluid lines of Bengal's Patua heritage to deliver a deeply resonant and philosophically rich masterpiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sonali Chitrakar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48545413005526,"sku":null,"price":7000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Goddess_Kali_-in_Kalighat_by_Sonali_Chitrakar.png?v=1782982130","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/goddess-kali-in-kalighat-by-sonali-chitrakar-1","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}