'Garuda Vahana' Oleograph

Rare Raja Ravi Varma 'Garuda Vahana' Oleograph (c. Early 20th Century)
A magnificent and deeply powerful piece of Indian sacred print history, this authentic antique oleograph from the historic Ravi Varma Press depicts Garuda Vahana (Lord Vishnu riding his cosmic mount). The blue-skinned Preserver is seated majestically atop his powerful vahana, the mythical bird-deity Garuda, who swiftly glides through the skies while clutching a sacred serpent in his talons. Lord Vishnu carries his classic attributes—the Chakra (discus), Shankha (conch), Gada (mace), and Padma (lotus)—and is gracefully flanked by his two consorts, Sridevi (Lakshmi) and Bhudevi, holding ceremonial chauris (fly-whisks). Masterfully blending complex Puranic iconography with Western academic realism, this rare heritage print is a prized acquisition for discerning fine art collectors.