Gorgeous God ArdhanarishvaraThe beautiful Madhubani painting of Lord Shiva in Ardhnarishwara form (half Male and Half Female) is given a nice portrayal with natural colours and powders. Madhubani style of painting is popular in Mithila region of Bihar and the form is being handed down since ages. Ardhnrishwara reflects the duality of existence in human beings. Whereas the left side of the figure is male, the right side is that of Parvati.

The Goddess Saraswati is regarded as the Goddess of Knowledge and the Arts and embodies consciousness and wisdom

He is also the writer of a commentary on Mahabhasya

to seek his assistance

Simple but straight lines are used by the women painters

He is depicted ornamented with a range of twisted serpents

velvet painting uses velvet for its typically silky and soft-to-touch look and preferably used as the base for unique and decorative paintings

the root causes of which are the conflicting emotions -- passion

He gave utmost regard to other living beings

The pink stone figure contains some exquisite and spectacular carvings and designs

Some geometric and floral design mark the spectacular wooden panel

Whereas some people are busy in the paddy fields

is minutely carved out with a greater sense of aesthetic beauty and accomplishment