GANDHARI
29 X 21 Inches
Charcoal on canson paper
Signature- Center right side
2022

This monochromatic artwork depicts Gandhari from the Mahabharata, portraying her selfimposed blindness as a symbol of devotion and restrained truth. Through fragmented, Cubistinspired forms, Jena captures her inner turmoil, grief, and the tragic consequences of the Kurukshetra war. Elements like fish skeletal form and expressive gestures emphasize themes of loss, sacrifice, and destiny, offering a poignant reflection on the human cost of power and conflict.