Kali and Devi Attack: Leaf from a Devi Mahatmya
Colorful illustration depicting a battle scene from "Kali and Devi Attack: Leaf from a Devi Mahatmya". The artwork shows a chaotic scene with multiple figures engaged in combat. On the right, a woman with a crown rides a tiger; she holds a sword in one hand and a lotus flower in the other. A gray-skinned man nearby brandishes a whip. In the upper-left corner, two people observe from a balcony; one is red-skinned and sits on a blue and gold patterned cloth, while the other stands beside him, blue-skinned and holding a bow. The artwork contrasts vibrant and muted colors due to its aged condition, with a black and white patterned border encircling it. The painting presents a dynamic and intricate visual narrative.
Artwork Details
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- 900 × 756 px
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