Coomaraswamy Collection

Ekalavya, 1913. Artist: Nandalal Bose
Ekalavya, 1913. In the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata, Ekalavya is a young prince of the Nishadha tribes and an excellent archer

Kirat-Arjuna, 1913. Artist: Nandalal Bose
Kirat-Arjuna, 1913. A scene from the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. Illustration from Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists by Sister Nivedita and Ananda Coomaraswamy, 1st edition, 1913

The Trial of the Princes, 1913. Artist: Nandalal Bose
The Trial of the Princes, 1913. A scene from the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. Illustration from Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists by Sister Nivedita and Ananda Coomaraswamy, 1st edition, 1913

The return of Rama, 1913. Artist: K Venkatappa
The return of Rama, 1913. A scene from the Hindu epic, the Ramayana. Rama returns from Lanka after defeating the evil Ravana and freeing his captured wife, Sita

Building of Ramas bridge, 1913. Artist: K Venkatappa
Building of Ramas bridge, 1913. A scene from the Hindu epic, the Ramayana. The monkeys Naal and Neel build a floating bridge to enable the army of Rama

Burning of Lanka, 1913. Artist: K Venkatappa
Burning of Lanka, 1913. Hanuman burns the island of Lanka with his tail after it was set on fire by the Lankan demon-king Ravana

The death of Maricha, 1913. Artist: K Venkatappa
The death of Maricha, 1913. A scene from the Hindu epic, the Ramayana. Maricha takes the form of a golden deer and is killed by Rama

Ramas Marriage, 1913. Artist: K Venkatappa
Ramas Marriage, 1913. A scene from the Hindu epic, the Ramayana. Rama marries Sita, daughter of King Janaka, after proving able to wield the great bow presented to the king by the god Shiva

The Victory of Buddha, 1913. Artist: Rabindranath Tagore
The Victory of Buddha, 1913. Frontispiece from Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists by Sister Nivedita and Ananda Coomaraswamy, 1st edition, 1913. From a private collection

Garuda, 1913. Artist: Nandalal Bose
Garuda, 1913. In Buddhist mythology, garudas are bird-like divine beings. Illustration from Myths of the Hindus and Buddhists by Sister Nivedita and Ananda Coomaraswamy, 1st edition, 1913

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

Coomaraswamy: A Glimpse into the Mystical World of Indian Art Step into a world where art transcends time and culture, where ancient tales come alive through strokes of paint on canvas. Coomaraswamy, an enigmatic figure in the realm of art, brings us a collection that unveils the rich tapestry of Hindu mythology. "The Birth of Krishna" transports us to a divine moment as we witness the birth of Lord Krishna amidst celestial celebrations. The unknown creator captures the ethereal beauty with intricate details and vibrant colors. In "Radha and Krishna, " we are immersed in their eternal love story. The artist skillfully portrays their divine connection, radiating pure devotion and blissful harmony. The intensity continues with "Kaliya Damana. " Here, Lord Krishna subdues the venomous serpent Kaliya, showcasing his power over evil forces while emphasizing righteousness triumphing over darkness. "Yudhishthira" takes us to another epic tale from Mahabharata. This artwork depicts Yudhishthira's unwavering commitment to truth even in challenging circumstances, reminding us of moral values that withstand all tests. Moving forward, "Kirat-Arjuna" showcases Arjuna seeking blessings from Lord Shiva disguised as Kirat. The artist masterfully captures this pivotal moment before the great Kurukshetra war unfolds. Krishna's wisdom shines through in "Krishna instructing Arjuna. " As he imparts profound teachings during Bhagavad Gita discourse, we witness his guidance shaping Arjuna's path towards righteousness and self-realization. "The Trial of Princes" delves into Ramayana's narrative when Prince Rama proves his worthiness by lifting Lord Shiva's bow at Sita's swayamvara ceremony. This captivating scene reflects honor and determination against all odds.