a) Shivaji Maharaj
Oleograph on paper
19.5 x 14 in (50 x 36 cm)

This work was printed at The Ravi Udaya-Vijaya Press, Ghatkoper

One of the most powerful and revered warrior kings, Shivaji is a hero to the Marathas. Skilful, intelligent and supremely well trained in warfare, Shivaji defined the legacy of Maratha Empire during his reign between 1630-1680. This is a characteristic scene of Shivaji, astride regally on a horse as he troops out with his army of soldiers in one of his many conquests. Shivaji's work by Ravi Varma came in for high praise for the artist had merely heard of his exploits yet managed to bring out the warrior king, who was crowned Chhatrapati (Monarch) in the most stunningly, perfect manner. Oleograph with printed signature of Ravi Verma

b) Rani of Jhansi
Oleograph on paper
19 x 14 in (48 x 35.5 cm)

This work was printed at The Chitrashala Press, Poona City

Popularly known as India’s “Joan of Arc”, Rani Laxmibai is remembered for her valour during the Indian Mutiny of 1857–58 from the British Raj. She was the queen of the Maratha princely state of Jhansi (currently in Uttar Pradesh) from 1843 to 1853 as the wife of Maharaja Gangadhar Rao. Her childhood name was ‘Manikarnika’ and she later became a symbol of resistance for freedom fighters.

(Set of two)

These works will be shipped unframed