Kashmir
Kashmir
Rakesur Rahaman
Size: 18 x 11 Inches
Medium: Tempera on Mount board
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This painting intricately portrays the significance of the Chinar tree as a symbol of Kashmir, while also depicting the Kashmiri national bird and animal as representatives of the common people.It reflects the peaceful coexistence of Kashmiri Pandits and Muslims, with everyone living harmoniously. However, the artwork sheds light on how certain politicians and religious leaders, for their own gains, disrupt the balance of the Chinar tree (Kashmir), causing the most hardship to the ordinary people of Kashmir. Their manipulations disrupt the peaceful equilibrium and inflict the greatest suffering on the local populace, despite their shared heritage and peaceful cohabitation.
Artwork Specs
| Exact Size | 18 x 11 Inches |
|---|---|
| Artist Name | Rakesur Rahaman |
| Medium | Tempera on Mount board |
Meet the Artist - Rakesur Rahaman
Rakesur Rahaman’s practice grew from his early engagement with traditional miniature art during his training at the Government College of Art and Craft, Calcutta. His sketches of trees and landscapes evolved into works that blend fine brush drawing, decorative elements, and miniature motifs with contemporary concerns. Working mainly in tempera on rice paper, he mixes pigment and gum arabic by hand, using natural dyes and coffee stains to bridge historical methods with present-day expression.<... Read More