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Ragini Bhairavi, 1600-1625. Creator: Unknown
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Ragini Bhairavi, 1600-1625. Creator: Unknown
Ragini Bhairavi, 1600-1625. Melodic musical themes known as modes ("raga") were important subjects in sets of miniatures produced for the regional courts of India in the 17th-19th centuries. The name of one "raga" is Bhairava - a god who is also the lord of music. Bhairavi (spouse of Bhairava) gives her name to a "raga" - variation ("ragini"). In art, she personifies the "ragini." She appears here worshipping at a shrine containing a "linga, " the phallic emblem of the great god Shiva. The inscription at top says, "The fair and pure Bhairavi worships Shiva with songs accompanied by cymbals in a crystal shrine beside a lake." A sculpture of Nandi, the bull ridden by Shiva, sits outside the shrine
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Ragini Bhairavi" is a captivating 17th-century Indian miniature painting that showcases the enchanting figure of Bhairavi, the divine consort of Bhairava, the god of music. The artist, unknown, masterfully depicts Bhairavi in a tranquil setting, engrossed in devotional music at the edge of a crystal-clear lake. Bhairavi, with her fair complexion and pure disposition, is shown standing before a shrine, her hands gesturing in the traditional mudra of singing, accompanied by the rhythmic clanging of cymbals. A serene expression graces her face as she offers her melodious tunes to the divine linga, the phallic symbol of the great god Shiva, housed within the shrine. Surrounding the shrine is a lush garden filled with blooming lotus flowers and various birds, including cranes and other wading birds. A sculpture of Nandi, the sacred bull ridden by Shiva, stands guard outside the shrine. The inscription at the top of the painting reads, "The fair and pure Bhairavi worships Shiva with songs accompanied by cymbals in a crystal shrine beside a lake." This magnificent artwork is an exquisite example of the Ragamala tradition, a genre of Indian painting that focused on the depiction of melodic musical themes or "ragas." The name Bhairavi is derived from Bhairava, the god of music, and is also the name of the raga associated with this divine consort. The rich colors and intricate details in this painting reflect the artistic heritage of Hindustan, showcasing the deep spiritual connection between music, nature, and the divine in Indian culture. This masterpiece is a testament to the enduring beauty and significance of Indian art and the profound influence it continues to have on the world.
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