A Masterpiece from the Basohli School

This rare painting, attributed to the Master of the Early Rasamanjari, originates from the Punjab Hills’ Basohli kingdom around 1660–70 CE. It belongs to one of the earliest and most distinct schools of Indian miniature painting—renowned for its bold use of color, expressive forms, and profound devotional symbolism.

Here, the Devi appears as Bhadrakali, a powerful form of the divine feminine. Her presence fills the composition with grace and energy. The gods kneel in reverence, their offerings illuminating the sanctity of the moment. The vivid yellow backdrop and crimson borders, both hallmarks of Basohli aesthetics, frame the scene in sacred intensity.

Divine Power and Symbolic Harmony

At the heart of the painting stands Bhadrakali, adorned with jewels, garlands, and a radiant halo symbolizing her boundless aura. Her attendants flank her, holding bowls and weapons-emblems of service, protection, and sacrifice. The assembled deities around her pay homage to her cosmic power, affirming her role as the guardian of divine order.

Each gesture, each gaze carries Tantric meaning. The trident, the flames, and the libation bowls represent elemental energies-fire, water, and ether-unified under the Goddess’s command. The scene is less a narrative and more a ritual visualization, where divinity and devotion coexist in perfect symmetry.

The Spirit of Basohli Art

Basohli paintings are celebrated for their sculptural linework, brilliant colors, and intense spiritual emotion. In this artwork, the artist uses bold geometry, stylized anatomy, and jewel-like pigment to invoke divine presence. Gold and silver highlights shimmer like light itself, while the figures’ eyes-large and luminous-convey both awe and serenity.

This composition exemplifies the Rasamanjari tradition, where poetry, devotion, and mysticism merge into one visual language.

Why You’ll Love It

This artwork is not a static image-it is a living invocation. Bhadrakali’s presence radiates through color and form, blessing the space with courage, clarity, and sacred protection. Her adoration by the gods reveals her supreme position in the divine order-the Shakti that sustains the universe.

Perfect for those who appreciate authentic Indian art, Tantric symbolism, and the aesthetics of spiritual power, this piece transforms any wall into a sanctified altar of beauty and devotion.

Museum-Quality 14×14 Reprint

Each print from The Soma Store is carefully reproduced using 350 GSM matte archival paper to retain the color depth, luminosity, and textural richness of the original miniature. Sized at 14×14 inches, it is ideal for framing and display in sacred rooms, meditation corners, or curated heritage collections.

Every detail-down to the fine pearl strands and golden ornaments-has been preserved to maintain the visual and spiritual integrity of the artwork.

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Bring home Devi in the Form of Bhadrakali and invite her protective grace into your sacred space.
A visual prayer. A historical gem. A timeless embodiment of divine power and devotion.

Exclusively available at The Soma Store.