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Vrishaketu and Bhima Fighting Yavanatha, Scene from the Story of Babhruvahana... c1850. Creator: Unknown
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Vrishaketu and Bhima Fighting Yavanatha, Scene from the Story of Babhruvahana... c1850. Creator: Unknown
Vrishaketu and Bhima Fighting Yavanatha, Scene from the Story of Babhruvahana, Folio from a Mahabharata ([War of the] Great Bharatas), c1850
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1850s Babhruvahana Bright Chariot Epic Mahabharata Maharashtra Opaque Watercolor On Paper Opposing Opposition Paithan Poem Razmnama Rival Rivalry South East Asia Southeast Asia Southeast Asian Bhima Hindoostan Pandavas Watercolour On Paper
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Vrishaketu and Bhima Fighting Yavanatha: A Scene from the Epic Story of Babhruvahana, c1850 This stunning 19th century, opaque watercolor on paper depicts a pivotal moment from the Indian epic poem, the Mahabharata, specifically the story of Babhruvahana. In this scene, the brothers Vrishaketu and Bhima engage in a fierce battle against the demon king Yavanatha. The scene is set against a backdrop of vibrant colors, with the blue and bright hues of the sky and water contrasting beautifully with the earthy tones of the landscape. The opposing sides are clearly distinguished by their attire and mounts; Vrishaketu and Bhima ride chariots drawn by white horses, while Yavanatha is shown atop a large, menacing elephant. The concept of this artwork is rooted in the rich literary heritage of ancient India, particularly the Mahabharata, which is considered one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, the other being the Ramayana. The Mahabharata is a vast poem consisting of over 100,000 shlokas (verses) and is renowned for its intricate plot and extensive cast of characters. The story of Babhruvahana is a part of the Mahabharata's Book 3, the Vana Parva. In this narrative, the Pandava prince Sahadeva sends his brother Vrishaketu to the kingdom of Paithan to bring back the horse Rukmini, who is the wife of the king Yavanasena. However, Yavanasena's brother Yavanatha, who is a demon in disguise, challenges Vrishaketu to a battle. Bhima, who is also present in the kingdom, comes to Vrishaketu's aid, and together they defeat Yavanatha. This artwork is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of South East Asia and India during the 1850s. It is a captivating representation of the epic battle between Vrishaketu and Bhima against Yavanatha and serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of the Mahabharata and its profound impact on Indian literature and art.
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