Annapurna 1943

"Annapurna" (1943) by Nandalal Bose portrays the Hindu goddess Annapurna, the personification of nourishment and abundance, offering a bowl of rice to Shiva, the god of destruction and transformation. This artwork captures the intricate details of Hindu iconography, showcasing the deities' multiple arms and elaborate jewelry. The depiction of Shiva as a skeletal figure with multiple arms emphasizes his role as the destroyer and his connection to the cyclical nature of life and death. Bose, a prominent figure in the Bengal School of Art, was known for his masterful use of line and his sensitive portrayal of Hindu mythology.