UNTITLED (“ARJUNA’S DILEMMA: REFLECTION ON DUTY AND DHARMA’)
14.25 x 10.5 inches
Wash and watercolor on paper
Signature- Below left

Nandalal Bose masterfully portrays a profound moment from the Mahabharata, capturing Arjuna’s deep internal conflict on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Arjuna, seated in his chariot, is shown overwhelmed with sorrow, his face filled with anguish as he struggles with the thought of fighting his own relatives. Tears well in his eyes, reflecting his hesitation and emotional turmoil. Behind him, Krishna stands in a relaxed yet authoritative posture, embodying divine wisdom and reassurance. With a composed demeanour, he gently reminds Arjuna of his karma—his duty as a warrior—and urges him to uphold his dharma without fear or doubt. Bose’s use of rhythmic lines and fluid brushwork enhances the emotional intensity of the scene, while his subtle yet powerful composition transforms this moment into a visual embodiment of duty, righteousness, and spiritual awakening. Through this artwork, Bose not only illustrates a pivotal episode from the epic but also conveys the timeless philosophical teachings that continue to resonate beyond the canvas