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Diaporama7 Yokings of Felicity
A painful strength, an invisible anti-sun, a forced source of energy, a shadow of spiritual light - the Black Sun appears in the oldest oral traditions of the world. It is mentioned in the Rig Veda along with Martand, the mortal egg. This symbolism of the twin, the conflict of the opposites, as also the unity of opposites, is deeply significant. Paralleled in ancient Greek wisdom, the analogy of the twin can be extended to any plane: like the Vedic twin sisters, Usha and Ratri (day and night); or the vertices of a particular frame or a set of co-ordinates changing from one to another;
astha butail (1977 –)
Explore astha butail’s evocative art! Unraveling Indian mythology & storytelling through rich visuals, her work examines tradition & cultural memory. Discover her unique perspective.
Devi Art Foundation (Gurugram, India)
Devi Art Foundation is a leading contemporary art museum in Gurugram, India, established by Anupam and Lekha Poddar. Focusing on South Asian art forms—including tribal and experimental pieces—it houses over 7,000 artworks and operates with independence to foster artistic dialogue. Highlights include diverse paintings, sculptures, and exhibitions promoting Indian culture internationally.
About this artwork
- Title: 7 Yokings of Felicity
- Artist: astha butail
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Devi Art Foundation
- Main color: Walnut
- Color hue: Green Spectrum
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