Praising Lord Ganesha 2

In praise of Lord Ganesha, artist Nikheel Aphale has incorporated an extract from the Ganesh Aarti into this beautiful artwork. In Hindu mythology, Ganesha is the God of new beginnings and remover of obstacles. The lines have been inscribed in Nikheel’s signature calligraphy style, and the intricate details and intriguing colour palette of the artwork add to its allure. The size mentioned is that of the artwork, without framing.

The verse inscribed in the artwork is:
रत्नखचित फरा तुज गौरीकुमरा
चंदनाची उटी कुंकुमकेशरा
हिरेजडित मुकुट शोभतो बरा
रुणझुणती नुपुरे चरणी घागरिया

It translates to:
Ratnakhachita Phara Tuja Gaurikumara
Chandanachi Uti Kumkumkeshara
Hire Jadita Mukuta Shobhato Bara
Runjhunati Nupure Charni Ghagaria

The meaning of these lines is:
We offer the seat studded with Ratna (precious jewels) to you, son of Gowri; here is smearing the Chandhan on your body and the kumkuma on your forehead; the crown studded with diamonds adorns your head beautifully; and the tinkles of your anklets sound so sweet.