Goddess Dhumavati 1865 - 1895

"Goddess Dhumavati" is a hand-painted depiction of the Hindu goddess Dhumavati by the Bengali artist Sasadhar Banarjee, dating from 1865–1895. The watercolor depicts the goddess, often associated with widowhood, death, and loss, standing atop a multi-tiered building, possibly a palace, suggesting her dominion and power. The artwork is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. This is a valuable example of 19th-century Indian art, reflecting traditional religious beliefs and artistic styles.