Description:

           This is an oleograph print from 1920s of Ram Panchayat by Ravi Varma an Indian who achieved recognition for his depiction of scenes from the epics of the Mahabharata and Ramayana.

What is Oleography?

          The Greek word litho means 'stone' and graphein means 'to write' so Lithography can be defined as 'stone printing'. The printing plate originally used were porous stones. The priting portion of the stone plate was treated to absorb ink and the nonprinting area was treated to repel ink. Depending on the number of colours present, an oleograph could take months to produce by very skilled workers.

Who is Raj’s Ravi Varma?
Raja Ravi Varma (29 April 1848–2 October 1906) was a celebrated Indian artist, famous for his realistic portrayal of Indian gods, goddesses and mythological characters. Raja Ravi Varma was the first to make prints (or lithographs) of his artworks affordable and easily available, bringing fine art to the masses.

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Product Details:

SKUID: PLPRV0233

Product Name: Ram Panchayat  by Ravi Varma (Embellished)

Artist: Ravi Varma

Artist's Signature: Not Available

Dimensions: Frame Size : 18.5” x 14.5” x .5” (Frame); 10” x 14” (Print)

Weight: 2.6 kgs

Press : Ravi Varma Press, Malavli, Lonavala, Maharashtra

Published by: Ravi Varma Press Picture Depot

Age: From 1920s-30s and hence may have some signs of fading which adds to it's beauty. 

Frame: Frame is vintage and it  has an acrylic protection in place of glass.

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