The painting’s vibrant color palette, dominated by rich reds, yellows, and blacks, is derived from natural pigments, staying true to the authentic methods used by Mithila artists for centuries. The use of bold outlines and fine brushwork creates a harmonious balance, making this piece a striking visual statement. Each element in the painting carries symbolic significance—the fish represent life and fertility, while the repetitive geometric patterns symbolize the cycles of nature.

The elephants, central to the composition, are adorned with intricate designs that highlight their significance in Nepal culture as symbols of strength, wisdom, and tranquility. Surrounding them are vibrant birds perched on branches and a variety of fish and aquatic creatures that bring the water below to life. This harmonious interaction between land, water, and sky elements makes the painting a perfect reflection of nature’s interconnectedness.

Mithila paintings mostly depict people and their association with nature, scenes, and deities from ancient epics. Natural objects like the sun, and the moon, and religious plants like tulsi are also widely painted, along with scenes from the royal court and social events like weddings. In these paintings generally, no space is left empty; the…