Lot #39: Authentic Hand-Painted Madhubani (Mithila) Painting – Goddess Durga on Vahana

Authentic Hand-Painted Madhubani (Mithila) Painting – Goddess Durga on Vahana I'm offering an authentic, hand-painted Madhubani (Mithila) painting featuring Goddess Durga on her vahana (vehicle), crafted with traditional techniques on handmade paper and presented in its original frame. This is a unique piece of Indian folk art! Art Form: Indian Folk Art Dimensions: 10.5" x 14" Frame: Classic black frame with terracotta-red matte border Condition: Excellent condition, preserved behind glassItem Description Up for auction as Lot 39 is a finely detailed, authentic Madhubani painting depicting the Hindu goddess Durga riding her lion mount. Originating from the Mithila region, this piece is entirely hand-painted on textured background paper, characteristic of traditional cotton-rag handmade sheets. The central composition captures the multi-armed goddess holding her iconic weapons—including the trident—while seated atop her stylized lion. True to the traditions of Madhubani art, the background contains no negative space, packed with intricate floral patterns, geometric fillers, and border designs Weapon IconographyTrishul (Trident): Held in her upper left hand (viewer's left), symbolizing the three qualities of existence: creation, preservation, and destruction. Bow and Arrow: Visible in her right hands (viewer's right), representing combined potential and focused energy. Lotus Bud: Held in a lower hand, symbolizing detachment from worldly desires, spiritual awakening, and purity. Conch Shell (Shankha): Held on the upper right, representing the primordial sound of the universe and the victory of good over evil. Fine Details Visible Kachni Style: The heavy use of fine, parallel lines to shade the patterns on the lion's saddle and borders indicates a strong Kachni (line art) influence within the Mithila tradition. Nose Ring (Nath): A large, detailed bridal nose ring is prominently featured, symbolizing her status as the supreme feminine power (Shakti). Collector's Highlights Intricate Kachni Work: Features advanced line-shading techniques with dense, repetitive parallel lines that denote a high level of artisan skill. Classic Color Palette: Employs a striking contrast of deep reds, mustard yellows, and solid blues outlined cleanly with a double-black ink silhouette. Ready to Display: Professionally paired with an earthy orange-red matte board that complements the warm tones of the traditional paper. Pickup at Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue Dimensions: 10.5" x 14" Pickup category timeslot {A}