
Manoj Dutta Indian, b. 1956
Durga , 2014
Tempera on Board
30" x 20"
Manoj Dutta's 'Durga' represents Shaktism and the triumph of good over evil. The personification of Durga Maa's ferocity when Mahishasura is vanquished represents the abolition of ignorance amidst disorder. Signifying...
Manoj Dutta's "Durga" represents Shaktism and the triumph of good over evil. The personification of Durga Maa's ferocity when Mahishasura is vanquished represents the abolition of ignorance amidst disorder. Signifying through several icons and symbols like serpent, chakra, flower, and conch, among others, her calm yet powerful look conveys compassion and resolve, representing the feminine force poised with nurture. The dazzling amber embellishes the illustration as it emanates warmth and spiritual energy, harnessing cultural delicacies with diligence.