This is a painting of the Somnath temple, which has been a symbol of the resilience of the Hindu faith. No one knows when this temple was built originally. After the first time it was destroyed, it was rebuilt in 649 AD. This temple has been destroyed nearly a dozen times.... by the Persians, Arabs, Mughals, by rulers within the country and outside the country. It was looted of it's riches over and over and left to crumble. But some how faith always brought it back. It was finally rebuilt after India gained independence. Some additions are still being made! For reference I am also adding a picture of the state this temple was in before it was last built.
This temple happened to be very close to where I am currently flying. So what better subject than this to paint. Hope you all found the story interesting and like the work above.
great painting,asit, exact with fine details
ReplyDeletelike an architect painting,really beautiful,
thanks for sharingyour wonderful culture
I like the kind of top view that is giving the feeling of distance and depth. Love the way you did this complicated architecture with all those intricate angles and shapes perfectly aligned, it is a beautiful piece again to enjoy !
ReplyDeleteLove the painting and the history.
ReplyDeleteWill you go back when its all finished and re-paint it again? That would be fascinating to do!
interesting perspective for the temple! You have painted it beautifully!
ReplyDeleteHello, Asit.
ReplyDeleteThe Somnath temple looks like a pile of rubble in the photo - very sad.
I am pleased to hear it has been re-built. Your painting of the building is wonderful!
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ReplyDeleteThese are wonderful, Asit. I really enjoy your stories from across the world. They are very thoughtful and interesting, you have a lot of knowledge. I love your rose with spatters, too. Really beautiful and obvious how much you enjoyed painting it!
ReplyDeleteHi Asit, wonderful watercolor and interesting story of the temple. Great work!
ReplyDeleteBeautifully handled in detail and washes. Very Lovely!
ReplyDeleteThanks for liking this post dear friends.
ReplyDeleteInteresting thoughts, I really enjoyed your blog
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