Tanjore painting of Goddess Lakshmi, elegantly holding a pot of gold and adorned with jewels, symbolizes wealth and prosperity against a rich black background.

This stunning Tanjore painting features Goddess Lakshmi standing gracefully with a pot of gold in her hand, symbolizing wealth and prosperity. Adorned with jewels and lotuses, her beauteous face resembles a lotus in full bloom. The solid gold-inlaid gessowork defines her ornaments, studded with tiny ruby and emerald-like stones. Against a black night background, a pair of banana trees adds emerald beauty, indicating the presence of Ganesha, often considered her sibling. The dynamic stance of the Devi, with her feet suggesting she may be stepping down into the devotee’s realm, creates a unique and captivating iconography.

Tanjore painting is a traditional South Indian art known for its vivid colors, intricate details, and use of gold foil to depict deities and mythological figures.