What materials are used in the “Dundh” painting?
"Dundh" is painted in watercolour on 270 GSM handmade paper. The artist has worked with only three colours, red, green and blue, so every tone in the scene, from the muted greys of the ghat to the single red shrine, comes from those three.
What does "Dundh" show?
It shows a riverside ghat at Banaras in muted grey and taupe washes, with a single red shrine, tiny figures and boats resting on still water. The hazy, quiet palette suits its title, Dundh, the Hindi word for haze.
What are the dimensions of the “Dundh” painting?
The artwork measures 14 x 20 inches, making it an ideal medium-sized piece for home or office display.
Who is the artist behind “Dundh”?
"Dundh" is hand painted by Dr. Priyanka Srivastava, an artist of the Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath in Bangalore. It is a watercolour on handmade paper and comes unframed and rolled, so you can frame it in a style that suits your space.
What is the inspiration behind the painting “Dundh”?
The painting is drawn from the ghats of Banaras. The palette is kept restrained, letting a single red shrine stand out against the muted greys of the ghat and the still water, while tiny figures and boats bring the scene to life.