In using a marble tile as the canvas, the artist displays a pure, confident technique, restraint and a marked classicism. Standing in a languid pose, this beauty is dressed to kill. Her features are round and the limbs soft and delicate. The precision of the pose, the movement of the torso and the manner in which the arms are raised, speak of sensuality and grace. The colours of the striped ghagra and the odhini do clash with the bangles and other jewellery but the plain pink choli provides a chromatic relief. A diaphanous white material joins the choli to the ghagra trying to conceal the smooth waist. In her neck she wears a choker, necklaces and finally strings of pearls falling till her waist. Bracelets, bangles and armlets adorn her arms. Large earrings called 'karnaphool' hang on her delicate ear lobes. Finally the head ornament fall on her forehead. Jewellery as an erotic enhancer is commonly expressed in Indian art.
Semi closed eyes and a full mouth is the beauty bestowed by nature, enhanced by man made jewellery and attire, again enhanced by acquired grace and charm. Treatment of clothes and jewellery displays opulence and regality.
This description by Kiranjyot.
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