Description
The colours chosen were acrylic and the palette was extremely contemporary in flavour. The motifs were intentionally a mix of both modern and Gondi traditional folk shapes. It is true to the essence of present-day art. On one side, the composition depicts the relationship story between the guardian “Tiger” of the forest coexisting with the flora in harmony within the jungle. On the other side, it showcases the camouflaging of the royal animal. The whole body of the tiger is a reverential piece to the various forces of nature which are essential for the survival of this community. The story of harmony is beautifully encapsulated in the tiger, a motif often recurring in Gond paintings as it is also worshipped as their ancestor. The contemporary tones and modern patterns add a new perspective to these centuries-old folk tales.
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Artist
MANOJ KUMAR TEKAM
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