Ranbir Kaleka Indian, b. 1953
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This evocative piece by Ranbir Kaleka is accompanied by a poignant poem that delves into themes of longing, untold stories, and nature's silent witness to human emotions. Through vivid imagery and poetic grace, Kaleka invites viewers into a timeless narrative:
“A tear-smudged blank paper awaits the quill of Raja Ravi Varma’s damsel.
Messenger pigeons sit patiently in anticipation of untold stories.
She pines with the swans on the river while the horse remains unsaddled.
A rooster heralds the distant dawn, as nature's glamour adds to the story’s pathos.”
Each element of the artwork is meticulously embroidered using a variety of techniques, including back stitch, satin stitch variations, knot work, and spring stitches, bringing the marine motifs to life with remarkable realism.
This extraordinary piece took approximately 8,000 hours to complete.