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Raja Ravi Varma (1848-1906)
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On the occasion of the 177th birth anniversary of Raja Ravi Varma, the Kilimanoor Palace, his birthplace, will release a musical album (Pranamam) as a tribute to the legendary artist.
About Raja Ravi Varma
- Kilimanoor-born Raja Ravi Varma (1848-1906) is known to be one of the leading figures in the history of modern art in India.
- He is often called the Father of Modern Indian Art.
- His depictions of the Hindu gods and goddesses went on to influence their portrayal in art and cinema for years.
- He started a lithographic printing press in 1894, which was eventually sold to a printing technician from Germany.
- The oleographs produced by the press, mainly depicting gods, goddesses, and scenes from Mahabharata, Ramayana and Puranas.
- Raja Ravi Varma was closely related to the royal family of Travancore of present-day Kerala state in India.
- Key-features of his painting:
- Varma had a unique talent for mixing traditional Indian themes with
- Western art techniques. His paintings are known for their bright colors and detailed designs.
- They often show mythological characters and Indian royalty, which challenged the art norms of his time
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