Shiva & Shakti Madhubani Painting on Paper from India, ‘Shivashakti’

Hindu god Shiva is known for being the absolute consciousness that makes up our cosmos and for being forever in union with his consort Shakti. Indian artist Bharti Dayal explores the notion that incorporating Shiva and Shakti into our inner consciousness allows us to achieve greater inner peace and strength, a quality that is represented by Shivas bull Nandi. This rich Hindu mythology is depicted with intricate detail by the artist in a remarkable Madhubani-style folk painting made with acrylic paint and vegetable dyes on handmade paper.