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A striking vintage Indian devotional print titled “SREE SREE KALI”, depicting Goddess Kali in her powerful and dramatic iconographic form.
The composition shows Kali standing over Lord Shiva, surrounded by symbolic imagery associated with her fierce manifestation — including the garland of severed heads, ritual weaponry, cremation-ground imagery and attendant figures. A radiant halo behind the goddess gives the central figure a commanding visual presence.
What makes this example especially interesting is the surviving original publisher information printed beneath the image:
Publisher for Hemchander Bhargava
129, Chandani Chowk, Delhi
The lower margin also retains the printed Hindi title “श्री श्री काली” alongside the English title “SREE SREE KALI.”
Visible Original Details
Title: Sree Sree Kali
Hindi Title: श्री श्री काली
Subject: Goddess Kali with Lord Shiva
Publisher: Hemchander Bhargava
Address: 129, Chandani Chowk, Delhi
Style: Vintage Indian devotional / mythological colour print
Orientation: Portrait
Presentation: Period framed
Original Printed Margins: Preserved
Artwork Highlights
The composition features the classic fierce iconography of Maa Kali, including her dark complexion, flowing hair, multiple arms, sacred ornaments and dramatic supernatural setting. The surrounding figures, skull imagery and atmospheric background give the artwork a powerful tantric and devotional character.
Unlike modern reproductions, this example retains its old printed border, publisher information, title and natural age-related surface character, all of which add significantly to its historical and decorative appeal.
Collector’s Appeal
An excellent piece for collectors of:
Vintage Hindu devotional art, Kali imagery, old Delhi publications, Indian mythological prints, early calendar art, religious ephemera and traditional Indian wall art.
The Hemchander Bhargava / Chandni Chowk, Delhi imprint should definitely remain mentioned in the listing because it gives the piece much stronger provenance than a generic old devotional print.
Condition
Vintage condition with expected age-related paper toning, minor spotting, light creasing and surface wear. Frame also shows signs of age and use. These characteristics have been retained and form part of the artwork’s authentic vintage appearance.
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