A monochromatic portrayal of an old Kolkata street, capturing the essence of a hand-pulled rickshaw amidst a bustling city backdrop.
The painting depicts a nostalgic view of old Kolkata, focusing on the traditional hand-pulled rickshaw. It captures the essence of the city's past, reflecting the struggles and simplicity of daily life in a rapidly modernizing urban environment.
The artist employs a realistic style with dark, muted tones, bringing out the raw, gritty atmosphere of the city. The use of monochrome emphasizes the timeless quality of the scene, which resonates with the history and culture of Kolkata.
This painting would be ideal for a living room, study, or office space, as it evokes a sense of history, culture, and reflection. It would complement spaces with a rustic or vintage aesthetic, adding depth and character to the room.
The mood of the painting is somber and reflective. It invokes a sense of nostalgia and melancholy, highlighting the hardship and perseverance of the common man in the face of changing times and a bustling urban environment.
The composition is balanced, with the rickshaw puller placed centrally, guiding the viewer's eye towards the iconic Howrah Bridge in the background. The strategic use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the scene, enhancing its evocative quality.
The painting primarily uses shades of black, white, and grey, creating a monochrome effect. A red highlight on the rickshaw puller's cloth adds a striking contrast, drawing attention to the human subject amidst the urban landscape.
Old Kolkata is a original handmade painting made by Soumen das. This painting is made with acrylic colors on canvas. This artwork is signed by artist, and accompanied with the Certificate of Authenticity. The width of the painting is 20 inches, and its height is 24 inches.
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This painting is made on Canvas using Acrylic Color.
Ideally paintings don't require much care as its a vertical surface, hence dust doesn't settle quite easily. You can gently dry dust the painting once in a month. You can also gently use a slightly damp cloth and dab it gently over the surface to capture the dust particles. You can do this once in 6 months.
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