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Here we see an untitled painting by Sonaly Gandhi, presenting a figure enveloped in a checkered pattern of red and blue. This pattern, simple as it seems, evokes ancient concepts of duality. The checkered motif, reminiscent of a chessboard, calls to mind the interplay of opposing forces—light and darkness, order and chaos. We might think of its use in religious contexts, such as the floor of a Masonic temple, symbolizing the path of life with its trials and tribulations. Consider how this pattern has evolved, from its ritualistic origins to its appearance in heraldry and modern art. Its essence remains unchanged, a constant reminder of the binary nature of existence, subtly influencing our subconscious. This image, therefore, is a powerful reflection of the human condition, a cyclical journey through the ever-repeating patterns of history.