Asoka's Queen And The Bodhi Tree
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Abanindranath Tagore's Asoka's Queen And The Bodhi Tree into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
The delicate watercolor "Asoka's Queen and the Bodhi Tree" by Abanindranath Tagore (1871–1951) exudes poetic melancholy through its dreamlike wash technique. Painted circa 1910 during Bengal's Swadeshi movement, this seminal work blends Mughal miniature traditions with Japanese wash methods, creating luminous transparency where Queen Tishyarakshita dissolves sorrowfully into the sacred Bodhi tree's foliage. As the founder of India's "Bengal School", Tagore pioneered this style rejecting Western academic realism, instead reviving indigenous aesthetics to forge modern Indian art identity. The painting's spiritual symbolism—merging female devotion with enlightenment imagery—became iconic for nationalist artists seeking cultural roots. Though modest in scale (approximately 18×22 inches), its cultural significance ranks among India's most reproduced artworks, housed permanently in Kolkata's Indian Museum collection alongside Tagore's other masterworks.
For contemporary interiors, this artwork demands strategic placement—consider alcoves with directional lighting to enhance its golden-ochre and moss-green tonalities. Its vertical composition suits narrow walls flanking meditation nooks or study areas, where the spiritual theme harmonizes with minimalist wooden shelves and handwoven textiles. Frame selection should honor its heritage: opt for teak fluted moldings with gilt edges echoing Mughal pietra dura. In offices, position behind desks as a contemplative focal point, complementing with indigo-dyed cushions or terracotta planters that pick up the painting's earthy palette. Large-scale reproductions (max 24×30 inches) maintain detail clarity for feature walls, while smaller prints create intimate diptychs when paired with pressed botanical specimens under glass. The artwork's subdued colors balance boldly colored mid-century furniture, preventing visual competition while adding cultural depth.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
