
THE GOLDEN TEMPLE OF BISHWANATH, BENARES.
Lithograph on Paper
Circa
1922
Size (cms)
32.3 X 47.9
Artist
S.C. Banerjee
Bamapada Banerjee (1851–1932), also known as S.C. Banerjee, is celebrated for his oleographs featuring depictions of Hindu mythology and figures. His works are often compared to those of the renowned artist Raja Ravi Varma and played a significant role in popularizing visual representations of Indian stories and deities during his time. Banerjee received his training at the Calcutta Art School and further refined his skills under the tutelage of the German painter Karl Becker. His oleographs gained wide acclaim, particularly for their vibrant colors and detailed storytelling. Many of his works were printed in Germany, contributing to their accessibility and popularity.
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Publisher
Lalit Mohan Roy, Calcutta
Printer
Thacker Spink & Co, Calcutta
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This lithograph, titled "The Golden Temple of Bishwanath, Benares" by S.P. Banerjee, showcases the grandeur of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas and a revered Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva. Located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, the temple was rebuilt in 1780 by Queen Ahilyabai Holkar after its destruction.
Rendered in golden and brown hues, the artwork highlights the temple’s intricate architecture. Devotees in traditional attire fill the foreground, adding a sense of scale and reverence, while the composition captures the temple’s spiritual vibrancy.
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