Goddess Durgas Battle:Bengal Pattachitra painting by Manoranjan Chitrakar

Manoranjan Chitrakar portrays a vivid and powerful depiction of the fierce goddess Durga in the midst of a cosmic battle. At the heart of this masterpiece, the divine goddess takes centre stage, her countenance a mesmerising blend of strength and determination. Goddess Durga stands tall and resplendent, wielding her iconic trident with an unwavering resolve. Her posture exudes a commanding presence as she takes on the embodiment of malevolence in the form of a formidable tiger. The mighty lion, with its ferocious snarl and fierce demeanour, symbolises the forces of evil and chaos that Durga is determined to vanquish. Durga’s divine form, adorned in ornate jewellery and divine attire, serves as a striking juxtaposition to the raw, primal energy of the beast beneath her. With each brushstroke and colour choice, the artist captures the essence of the divine confrontation, leaving the viewer in awe of the goddess’s unparalleled strength and unwavering resolve.