Raja Ravi Varma (1848-1906), India’s pioneering artist, blended Western realism with Indian themes. His iconic oil paintings brought mythology and history to life. A visionary, he made art accessible through prints, shaping Indian visual culture.
Raja Ravi Varma’s Draupadi Vastraharan (1888-90) depicts the climactic Mahabharata episode where Dushasana tries to disrobe Draupadi in the Kaurava court. In the foreground, a helpless Draupadi stands with her sari spilling onto the floor, while Dushasana pulls at her garment. The scene is surrounded by Kauravas, Pandavas and other court figures set in European‑styled architecture, amplifying the drama. The work showcases Varma’s ability to convey mythological emotion and theatrical composition.
Raja Ravi Varma (1848-1906), India’s pioneering artist, blended Western realism with Indian themes. His iconic oil paintings brought mythology and history to life. A visionary, he made art accessible through prints, shaping Indian visual culture.
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Raja Ravi Varma’s Draupadi Vastraharan (1888-90) depicts the climactic Mahabharata episode where Dushasana tries to disrobe Draupadi in the Kaurava court. In the foreground, a helpless Draupadi stands with her sari spilling onto the floor, while Dushasana pulls at her garment. The scene is surrounded by Kauravas, Pandavas and other court figures set in European‑styled architecture, amplifying the drama. The work showcases Varma’s ability to convey mythological emotion and theatrical composition.
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