Default From Shashti Hindu God India Victorian Cat Watercolour Painting Postcard

ABIZVAC3 A stunning undated but modern origin reproduction published postcard and souvenir from one of London's leading museums of this historic early work of Calcutta art entitled Default From Shashti, and whilst the artist unknown it has further details and museum logo on reverse capturing all the character of the 1890 original unused and mint.

"...This piece of art is a prominent example of Kalighat painting, a style of art characterized by bold outlines and broad color washes, which was developed by local artists near the Kalighat Temple in the 19th century. The piece depicts Shashthi, the Hindu folk goddess of fertility, childbirth, and the protector of children. In Bengali folklore and Hindu tradition, Goddess Shashti's vehicle is specifically a cat  Because cats reproduce frequently and easily, the animal was chosen as a direct symbol of fertility, abundant life, and domestic protection, aligning with Shashti’s role as the guardian of newborns and mothers..."