{"product_id":"sheshashayi-laxminarayan-by-m-v-dhurandhar-18-24-in-poster","title":"Sheshashayi - Laxminarayan by M. V. Dhurandhar (18 × 24 in Poster)","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFine Art Reproduction Print\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eArtist \/ Date:\u003c\/b\u003e M. V. Dhurandhar | 1941 \u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis serene and visually captivating composition portrays \u003ci\u003eSheshashayi Vishnu\u003c\/i\u003e, the supreme preserver of the universe, reclining upon the coiled body of the cosmic serpent, Ananta-Shesha. Floating upon the churning waves of the \u003ci\u003eKshirasagara\u003c\/i\u003e (the cosmic ocean of milk), the multi-hooded serpent serves as a protective canopy for the sleeping deity. At his feet sits his divine consort, Goddess Lakshmi, gently massaging his legs—a traditional symbol of unwavering devotion, eternal harmony, and the dynamic balance between the preservation of the cosmos and material wealth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated in 1941 by the legendary M. V. Dhurandhar, a titan of Indian academic realism, this artwork bridges the gap between divine Puranic iconography and early 20th-century realistic rendering. Dhurandhar masterfully captures the tranquil expression of Lord Vishnu, who balances the powerful Sudarshana Chakra on his finger even while in restful slumber, signifying his ever-watchful protection over the universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is characterized by a delicate, almost ethereal color palette. The turbulent, meticulously detailed waves contrast beautifully with the warm, rich tones of the serpent's scales and Lakshmi's traditional attire. Dhurandhar’s exceptional control over light, anatomy, and fluid drapery brings an extraordinary sense of peace, majesty, and earthly realism to this profoundly spiritual subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMuseum-Grade Poster Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 18 × 24 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaper:\u003c\/b\u003e 350 GSM archival matte paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrint Quality:\u003c\/b\u003e High-resolution reproduction preserving the subtle brushstrokes, oceanic textures, and serene divine expressions of Dhurandhar's original 1941 painting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Non-glare museum matte finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal For:\u003c\/b\u003e Devotees of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, lovers of traditional Indian academic realism, home altars, and collectors of vintage Hindu mythological art\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA masterfully tranquil and historically significant depiction of the cosmic preserver by M. V. Dhurandhar, offering a daily visual meditation on divine peace, devotion, and eternal harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrder Now\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring home \u003ci\u003eSheshashayi - Laxminarayan\u003c\/i\u003e by M. V. Dhurandhar, a classic vision of Puranic serenity. 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":53969635672380,"sku":null,"price":2100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Framed","offer_id":53969635705148,"sku":null,"price":2700.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Canvas","offer_id":53969635737916,"sku":null,"price":5100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tapestrey","offer_id":53969635770684,"sku":null,"price":4100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0890\/9232\/5692\/files\/Sheshashayi-Laxminarayan18X24.jpg?v=1786089820","url":"https:\/\/thesomastore.com\/products\/sheshashayi-laxminarayan-by-m-v-dhurandhar-18-24-in-poster","provider":"The Soma Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}