ANANTASHAYANA
70.5 X 119 Inches
Acrylic on canvas
2023

This artwork, Anantashayana, depicts Lord Vishnu’s divine rest on serpent Ananta, symbolizing infinity and the eternal cycles of the universe. Rooted in Hindu tradition, it depicts Vishnu reclining on Ananta in the ocean of milk before creation began. The vibrant colors and fragmented forms highlight Vishnu’s omnipresence—his serene face central to the composition, while his disjointed limbs suggest transcendence. The warm hues of orange and red evoke creation and energy, while the cool blue and purple tones lend a celestial essence. Abstract patterns and serpentine forms symbolize cosmic interconnectedness, with Ananta representing infinite time. The painting blends tradition with modern abstraction, portraying Vishnu’s role as the preserver of order and the balance in the universe’s creation and preservation.