Tikuli Durga Painting by Ashok Kumar

Ashok Kumar paints goddess Durga in this Tikuli art. Durga is one of the manifestations of Shakti – the divine energy and is revered as the valiant fighter who killed demon Mahisasur. The beautiful goddess is bedecked with jewels and Armour. Durga is equipped with fearsome weapons, which she uses to maintain the order of the universe. Her eyes represent the Sun and Moon while the third eye symbolizes knowledge and consciousness of Brahma.