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A striking and highly collectible Antique Ravi Varma Press Oleograph depicting Goddess Durga as Mahishasura Mardini, the divine slayer of evil. This early 20th-century devotional print is beautifully enhanced with traditional Tari (Bundaki) hand embellishment, where decorative beadwork has been carefully applied by hand over the original oleograph, making each surviving example unique.
Printed by the renowned Ravi Varma Press, Karla–Lonavala, this artwork represents the golden age of Indian chromolithography. The powerful composition, vibrant colours, original period frame, and devotional embellishment make it an exceptional collector’s piece and a significant example of India’s artistic heritage. Similar Ravi Varma Press Mahishasura Mardini prints are held in museum collections, highlighting the importance of this iconic image. �
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Product Details
Title: Mahishasura Mardini
Maker: Ravi Varma Press, Karla–Lonavala
Period: Circa 1910–1925
Medium: Original Colour Oleograph with Traditional Tari (Bundaki) Hand Embellishment
Size: Approx. 14 × 10 Inches
Frame: Original Antique Frame
Condition: Very good antique condition with natural age-related patina.
Why Collect This Piece?
Original early 20th-century Ravi Varma Press print.
Rare hand-embellished Tari work, making every example unique.
One of the most iconic and collectible devotional images from the Ravi Varma Press.
Perfect for collectors of antique Indian prints, museums, heritage interiors, and serious art enthusiasts
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