Imprisoned by Tradition | Oil Painting on Canvas with Frame

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Imprisoned by Tradition | Oil Painting on Canvas with Frame

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Name: Imprisoned by Tradition | Oil Painting on Canvas with Frame
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: LDC651
Price: 1995.00 USD
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This oil on canvas painting is awe-inspiring not only in its multilayered nature but also how it wonderfully encapsulates the patriarchal South-Asian society that bounds its women to the shackles of tradition. The artist has beautifully blended the oil paints to exhibit a fantastic piece that gleens with its natural shine.

Bordered with a textured frame that is part of the painting itself, this masterpiece is not only visually appealing but carries deep meaning. The expert brush strokes show various women adorned with jewels and facial decorative bindi that embellish their foreheads. The artist has blessed these mocha brown-toned women with meaningful eyes that are bright and tearful of being shackled by traditions. The kohled eyes along with the finely etched hands, and the fingernails painted in bright colors, are a symbol of feminine beauty and power.

However, the artist ensures to show that these beautiful women are trapped within wooden slabs and scarlet red strings that prevent them from living truly and freely. This oil canvas is a thought-provoking piece indeed as the warm and dense tone of the painting creates a gloomy atmosphere making it a brilliant ornament to compliment the low-light setting of your home, for your pondering over the historical imprisonment of women as you enjoy the masterful splash of enchanting oil on canvas.

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Specifications

	LDC651
	Oil on Canvas
	62 inch Height X 46.25 inch Width X 2.2
	Weight 7.90 kg

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A Captivating Gaze

This striking oil on canvas immediately draws you into a world of profound emotion, where tender faces peer through a barrier of weathered wood and taut crimson threads. You'll find yourself contemplating the stories held within each expression, a silent narrative unfolding before your very eyes.

Masterful Execution and Rich Materials

Each stroke of oil paint on canvas is a testament to the artist's skill, meticulously rendered to capture the subtle nuances of light and shadow. The rich texture of the oil medium brings a tactile quality to the scene, while the choice of high-quality canvas ensures its enduring vibrancy. The piece is presented in a substantial, dark wood frame, adding a touch of gravitas and a sense of finished elegance.

Vivid Imagery and Thought-Provoking Composition

The arrangement of the wooden planks and the vibrant red cords creates a powerful visual metaphor, confining and yet highlighting the figures within. You'll appreciate the piercing gaze of the individuals, their hands reaching out, adorned with delicate rings and bangles, hinting at both vulnerability and resilience. The sheer scale, measuring an impressive 62 inches in height and 46.25 inches in width, ensures this artwork will be a commanding presence in any space.

Echoes of Societal Reflection

This artwork transcends mere representation, offering a poignant commentary on societal constraints and the indomitable spirit of those seeking to break free. It evokes a sense of shared human experience, resonating with themes of tradition, confinement, and the universal desire for liberation. The symbolism of the red thread, often associated with destiny and connection, adds another layer of depth to its interpretation.

A Statement Piece for Discerning Interiors

This evocative painting is destined to become a focal point in your living room, study, or gallery space, sparking conversation and contemplation. It lends an air of sophisticated introspection to any environment, inviting viewers to engage with its powerful narrative. The substantial 2.2-inch depth of the framed piece ensures it will stand out, casting a compelling shadow and adding a three-dimensional presence to your wall.

Preserving Enduring Beauty

To maintain the exquisite condition of this oil on canvas, a gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth is recommended. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive materials. With proper care, this magnificent artwork will remain a source of beauty and inspiration for generations to come, a testament to its enduring artistic value and the profound message it conveys.

Oil painting technique – India centric

Oil painting is the most interesting technique in art. Unlike other paintings or art forms, oil painting is a process in which colored pigments are painted on the canvas with a drying oil medium as a binder. This medium helps colors blend beautifully to create layers and also makes them appear rich and dense. Several varieties of oil are used in this painting such as sunflower oil, linseed oil, etc., and depending on the quality of the oil, a particular consistency of the paint is developed. With the use of an oil medium, the painting gets a natural sheen on the surface which appears extremely attractive. India is famous for its old tradition of making oil paintings. This art form was brought by Europeans in the 18th century and is now practiced by almost all well-known artists. Nirmal, a small tribal town in the state of Telangana is the center of traditional oil paintings in India where the local people practice it with dedication. Most Indian artists still use the traditional technique of oil painting.

Canvas of the required size is prepared

The artists use either a wood panel or canvas made from linen or cotton. Sometimes the canvas is stretched onto the wooden frame to form a solid base, or cardboard may be used. The canvas is coated with a layer of white paint or chalk mixed with animal glue. This mixture is then smoothed and dried to form a uniform, textured surface. The wooden panel is more expensive and heavier but its solidity is an advantage in making detailed paintings with ease.

Sketch is drawn on the canvas

Now the artist starts to draw the subject of the painting on the canvas using the actual charcoal or a charcoal pencil. Sometimes, he may sketch with thinned paint as well.

Oil paint is applied using paint brushes or palette knives

Now that the rough sketch is prepared, the artist is now ready to paint. Oil paint, a special paint that contains particles of pigments suspended in a drying oil (usually linseed oil), is again mixed with oil to make it thinner for applying it on the canvas. Proper consistency of the paint is maintained to avoid its breakage. The most important rule for the application of oil paint is “Fat over lean” in which the first layer of paint is thin and later, thicker layers are applied. This means that each additional layer of paint contains more oil. This results in getting a stable paint film. Traditionally, paint was applied using paint brushes but now the artists also use palette knives to create crisp strokes. To paint using this technique, the edge of the palette knife is used to create textured strokes that appear different from that of a paintbrush. Sometimes, oil paints are blended simply using fingers for getting the desired gradation.

Smaller oil paintings, with very fine detail, are relatively easier to paint than larger ones. The most attractive feature of these paintings is the natural shiny appearance that is obtained on the surface because of the use of oil paint. The blending of colors looks extremely realistic and this is the reason why oil paintings are loved by everyone throughout the world.

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