Tikuli Deepawali Painting by Ashok Kumar

Ashok Kumar paints Deepawali celebration in this Tikuli art. Deepawali means array of diyas and is celebrated to commemorate the return of lord Rama from his fourteen-year exile. It marks the victory of good over evil and light over darkness. This painting depicts women, who are beautifully dressed for the occasion making colorful rangoli patterns as the whole house is lit with diyas and occupied by a joyous festive mood of celebration.