Maa Shakti with Bal Yogi – Cosmic Nurturer

This artwork radiates spiritual energy and maternal divinity, portraying a powerful female figure—possibly Maa Shakti or a divine mother goddess—sheltering a child saint or young deity, likely Bal Yogi (young sage) or a youthful Lord Ram or Krishna in meditation.

Key features and symbolism:

• The flaming aureole behind the mother’s head, rendered in orange and yellow, evokes a divine halo or cosmic sun, reinforcing her status as a source of life, energy, and protection.

• The mother's posture is composed and benevolent, hands resting gently, eyes closed or lowered in serene contemplation, suggesting divine compassion and inner strength.

• The child seated on her lap, in yogic posture with a topknot and sacred thread, symbolizes innocence fused with enlightenment—a strong theme in Indian mythology where even young beings possess cosmic wisdom.

• The patterned black-and-white platform, appearing as stone bricks or stylized earth, grounds the figures in the material world—offering contrast to the radiant celestial form above.

• The decorative floral belt and triangular pennants on the mother’s dress enhance the festive and divine nature of the scene, reflecting Mithila’s traditional ornamentation.

Executed in classic Madhubani style—flat figures, bold outlines, geometric patterns, and symbolic use of natural elements—the painting blends devotion and folk tradition into a narrative of nurturing cosmic power.