{"product_id":"prasanna-shankar-k-s-siddalingaswamy-puranic-painting-16-24-in-poster","title":"Prasanna Shankar - K.S. Siddalingaswamy Puranic Painting (16 × 24 in Poster)","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFine Art Reproduction Print (Ravi Varma Press Reproduction)\u003cbr\u003eArtist \/ Date: K.S. Siddalingaswamy | Circa 1932 | 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 richly detailed and devotionally resplendent composition presents Prasanna Shankar-the benevolent and gracious form of Lord Shiva-enthroned in serene majesty alongside his consort Parvati, surrounded by the assembled deities, sages, and devotees of the celestial court. Painted by the revered artist-saint K.S. Siddalingaswamy, this work exemplifies the refined artistry of the many gifted painters who contributed to the celebrated output of the Ravi Varma Press.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAt the center of the composition, Shiva sits upon an ornate golden throne beneath a jewelled canopy, his hand raised in the gesture of blessing (abhaya mudra), radiating tranquil grace as the \"Prasanna\" (gracious, pleased) form of the great lord. Beside him, Parvati is seated in loving companionship, draped in a shimmering golden saree, together embodying the divine union of Shiva and Shakti. At their feet kneels Nandi, Shiva's faithful bull attendant in his devoted form, receiving offerings from a diminutive sage-figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSurrounding the divine couple is a grand assembly of the celestial court-the multi-headed Brahma with hands folded in reverence, the elephant-headed Ganesha standing to the right, and a gathering of white-bearded rishis and crowned deities, all paying homage to the enthroned lord. This complete assembly transforms the composition into a majestic darshan of Shiva in his benevolent, court-holding aspect, radiating both power and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe artist K.S. Siddalingaswamy (1885-1952) was himself a revered saint and adviser to the Maharaja of Mysore-a sculptor, architect, writer, and painter whose works adorn the Durbar Hall of the Mysore Palace. This print stands as a distinguished example of the Ravi Varma Press tradition of preserving the signatures of its contributing artists, allowing this masterwork to be attributed to Siddalingaswamy's gifted hand.\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\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSize: 16 × 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePaper: 350 GSM archival matte paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePrint Quality: High-resolution reproduction preserving fine linework, rich ornamental detailing, and the warm golden color depth true to the original Ravi Varma Press print\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFinish: Non-glare museum matte finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIdeal For: Shaiva practitioners, collectors of Ravi Varma Press art, home altar and puja spaces, and admirers of courtly Puranic iconography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 resplendent Siddalingaswamy classic-the gracious Prasanna Shankar enthroned with Parvati amidst the celestial court, radiating power and divine grace.\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 Prasanna Shankar, a rare and majestic vision of the benevolent Shiva enthroned in his celestial court. Available in 16 × 24 inches, with framed and unframed options, exclusively at The Soma Store.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Somarasa","offers":[{"title":"Unframed","offer_id":53961374761276,"sku":null,"price":3100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Framed","offer_id":53961374794044,"sku":null,"price":3700.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas","offer_id":53961374826812,"sku":null,"price":5100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tapestrey","offer_id":53961374859580,"sku":null,"price":4100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0890\/9232\/5692\/files\/PrasannaShankar16X24.png?v=1785828140","url":"https:\/\/thesomastore.com\/products\/prasanna-shankar-k-s-siddalingaswamy-puranic-painting-16-24-in-poster","provider":"The Soma Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}