India, Feb. 1 -- Raja Ravi Verma's women had dignity and charm

Raja Ravi Varma (1848-1906) occupies a unique place in Indian art history - a painter whose canvas bridged classical Indian narratives and European realism, whose portrayals of women have endured not only as aesthetic delights but as cultural icons. His depictions of sari-clad women and goddesses gave them a dignity and resonance that transcended time.

Recently, the legacy of Raja Ravi Varma came alive at MOHAR Haveli in Ramgarh Shekhawati when the art gallery showcased "Women of Raja Ravi Varma" in the presence of his descendant Rama Varma, an accomplished music composer, on the occasion of the VHAH Festival. The Vedaaranya Heritage and Healing Festival (VHAH Fest), held in...