Forest Companions

Forest Companions by Putli Ganju brings together the gentle harmony of forest life through a dynamic meeting of deer and lizards. The composition evokes a world where species coexist in rhythm, their forms entwined with curving foliage and textured markings.

Using the traditional Sohrai palette of ochre, rust, black, and white, Putli Ganju captures both vitality and stillness. The deer’s patterned body and the lizards’ poised gestures create an interplay of grace and alertness, reflecting the artist’s deep connection to nature’s patterns and tribal symbolism.

Why This Artwork Stands Out:

• A vivid example of Sohrai tribal storytelling through form and colour
• Created with natural pigments on handmade paper
• Symbolises balance, movement, and interdependence in the forest
• A signature work by Putli Ganju from the Justin Imam Collection