{"product_id":"kaliya-mardan-raja-ravi-varma-puranic-painting-18-24-in-poster","title":"Kaliya Mardan - Raja Ravi Varma Puranic Painting (18 × 24 in Poster)","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFine Art Reproduction Print (Ravi Varma Press Reproduction)\u003cbr\u003eArtist \/ Date: Raja Ravi Varma | Circa 1900 | Ravi Varma Press\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis spirited and triumphant composition presents Kaliya Mardan-the subduing of the serpent Kaliya-one of the most beloved episodes from the childhood exploits of Lord Krishna. The young Krishna is depicted with arms gracefully outstretched, dancing victoriously upon the many hoods of the great serpent, his golden form radiant against the flowing waters of the Yamuna, his peacock-feather crown and jewelled ornaments catching the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe narrative behind this scene is one of the most vivid in Puranic literature. Kaliya, a thousand-hooded serpent, had escaped the wrath of Garuda by hiding in the depths of the Yamuna, where he poisoned its waters and made them deadly to all who came near. When a few cowherds died from drinking the tainted water, the youthful Krishna fearlessly leapt into the river and battled the mighty serpent, ultimately dancing upon his hoods to subdue his pride and venom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHumbled and defeated, Kaliya implored Krishna for mercy, which the compassionate Lord granted-sparing the serpent's life and assuring him that Garuda would no longer pose a threat. This episode beautifully embodies Krishna's dual nature as both fearless protector and merciful divine, quelling danger while extending grace even to the vanquished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSet against a tranquil riverside landscape with grazing cattle and distant temple domes, Ravi Varma captures the joyful poise of the divine child in perfect balance atop the serpent, his effortless dance transforming a moment of peril into one of divine play. The scene stands as a timeless celebration of Krishna's triumph over poison and evil through fearless grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMuseum-Grade Poster Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSize: 18 × 24 inches\u003cbr\u003ePaper: 350 GSM archival matte paper\u003cbr\u003ePrint Quality: High-resolution reproduction preserving fine linework and rich color depth true to the original Ravi Varma Press print\u003cbr\u003eFinish: Non-glare museum matte finish\u003cbr\u003eIdeal For: Vaishnava practitioners, collectors of Raja Ravi Varma art, and admirers of Krishna's Puranic exploits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA rare and joyous Ravi Varma classic-the young Krishna dancing in triumph upon the serpent Kaliya, capturing fearless grace and divine play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder Now\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBring home Kaliya Mardan, a timeless depiction of Krishna's triumph over the serpent of the Yamuna. Available in 18 × 24 inches, with framed and unframed options, exclusively at The Soma Store.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Somarasa","offers":[{"title":"Unframed","offer_id":53952709132604,"sku":null,"price":2100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Framed","offer_id":53952709165372,"sku":null,"price":2700.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas","offer_id":53952709198140,"sku":null,"price":5100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tapestrey","offer_id":53952709230908,"sku":null,"price":4100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0890\/9232\/5692\/files\/KaliyaMardan18X24.svg?v=1785493562","url":"https:\/\/thesomastore.com\/products\/kaliya-mardan-raja-ravi-varma-puranic-painting-18-24-in-poster","provider":"The Soma Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}