Prints & Lithographs
Reverie Oleograph
by Raja Ravi varma (1848 – 1906) · Modern Indian Painting (Pioneer)
₹120,000
MediumOleograph on paper
Year1901
Dimensions14*20 inches
CategoryPrints & Lithographs
Evoke a sense of romantic nostalgia and classical poise with this captivating vintage oleograph titled "Reverie" by Raja Ravi Varma. The artwork masterfully captures a young woman seated on stone steps, lost in gentle contemplation. She holds a delicate pink rose close to her cheek, mirroring the blooming rose plant potted beside her.
She is elegantly attired in an off-white, sheer saree featuring a refined golden border, worn over a deep crimson blouse. Her traditional adornments—including classic green glass bangles, an intricate necklace, and fresh flowers in her hair—perfectly complement the rich, theatrical backdrop of a heavy rose-colored curtain accented by a green tassel. This piece beautifully exemplifies Ravi Varma’s genius in blending European academic realism with traditional Indian grace, capturing an intimate, quiet moment suspended in time.
An invaluable addition for collectors of heritage art and print history, ideal for creating a sophisticated focal point in vintage or classic Indian interiors.
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About the Artist
Raja Ravi varma (1848 – 1906)
The Father of Modern Indian Art
Raja Ravi Varma is arguably the most influential painter in Indian history. A visionary royal from Kerala, he revolutionized In...
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