Representation of Maa kali in Bengal pattachitra Plate art by Hasir Chitrakar

Bengal pattachitra Plate Artist Hasir Chitrakar showcases fierce and powerful aspect of Maa Kali and a snake in his artwork, Kali with a dark complexion, multiple arms and a fearsome expressions having a figure underneath her feet. The combination of Maa Kali’s fierce form, the defeated figure, and the snake talks about the theme of victory through transformation. The defeated figure embodies the challenges and obstacles that individuals must overcome on their life journey. Maa kali’s presence represents the power to conquer these challenges and emerge transformed and dominant. Ultimately, the snake in the frame also signifies power, protection, and hidden knowledge having connection to primal, cosmic forces.