The Dholaki is a cylindrical drum-like instrument. It is made primarily of wood, with animal hide stretched tightly over the open ends of the drum. This combination of materials produces a unique and resonant sound that is characteristic of the instrument. The Dholaki is played by striking the drumheads with either two sticks or bare…
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.
Ganesha is a very popular god in hinduism, and was one of the most worshipped. Hindu tradition states that Ganesha is a god of wisdom , success and good luck. He is also the giver of different types of favors. The Hindu tradition calls Ganesha as the Vighneshvara. ” Vighneshvara ” in sanskrit Language means…
A Sukunda is a religious oil lamp-statue of Lord Ganesh. It is an artistic lamp to light with a clump of cotton wicks in a small receptacle of oil. Lighting this lamp on religious and social functions is one of the compulsory rituals in Hinduism. It is believed that Ganesh as the lord of success,…
A Sukunda is a religious oil lamp-statue of Lord Ganesh. It is an artistic lamp to light with a clump of cotton wicks in a small receptacle of oil. Lighting this lamp on religious and social functions is one of the compulsory rituals in Hinduism. It is believed that Ganesh as the lord of success,…
Bring the blessings of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the harbinger of wisdom and prosperity, into your home with this stunning golden idol. Beautifully crafted, this idol showcases Lord Ganesha in a seated posture with intricate details and vibrant accents, highlighting his divine grace. The rich golden finish makes this statue ideal for…
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…
The harmonium is a keyboard instrument on which twelve semitones of the tempered scale are fixed once and for all in all the three octaves: mandra, madhya and tara. On keyboard instruments only straight notes can be played, grace notes and quarter-tones not being possible. There is no possibility of a slur, meend, or gamaka…
The harmonium is a keyboard instrument on which twelve semitones of the tempered scale are fixed once and for all in all the three octaves: mandra, madhya and tara. On keyboard instruments only straight notes can be played, grace notes and quarter-tones not being possible. There is no possibility of a slur, meend, or gamaka…
The harmonium is a keyboard instrument on which twelve semitones of the tempered scale are fixed once and for all in all the three octaves: mandra, madhya and tara. On keyboard instruments only straight notes can be played, grace notes and quarter-tones not being possible. There is no possibility of a slur, meend, or gamaka…
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