The Gentle Grove by Malo Devi

The Gentle Grove by Malo Devi, painted in 2005, is a Khovar work which captures the nurturing essence of forest life. Malo Devi’s depiction of the mother deer and fawns embodies maternal care and the soft rhythms of the wilderness. Her use of fluid black lines on ochre tones conveys stillness and continuity—qualities central to the Khovar tradition’s celebration of fertility and domestic life.

Why This Artwork Stands Out:

• Graceful depiction of wildlife that mirrors human tenderness.
• Handcrafted texture and natural pigments evoke the tactile earthiness of mural tradition.
• Combines storytelling and symmetry, a signature of rural Jharkhand’s aesthetic vocabulary.
• Ideal for serene or nature-inspired collections.

This piece will appeal to collectors who appreciate narrative symbolism and art rooted in ecological and familial harmony.