Description:

This is an oleograph print from 1920s  of Saraswati 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: PLRV0216

Product Name: Saraswati by Ravi Varma

Artist: Ravi Varma

Artist's Signature: Yes

Dimensions:

21” H x 15.25” L x .75” B (Frame Size)
20” H x 14” L ( Print Size)

Weight: 2.9 kgs

Press : Ravi Varma Press, Karla, Lonavala 

published by: Ananth Shivaji Desai, Moti Bazar, 

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

Frame: Frame is Vintage. A new frame could be made on request, on an additional Charges. New frame would be made of Teak and would have an acrylic protection in place of glass.

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Shipping:

We ship all over India.

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Return Policy:

No returns or Exchanges
Please do check the dimensions before you buy.