Birds in the Forest
Suresh Dhurve
Every artist gets their inspiration from a source, for Suresh Kumar Dhurve, birds are more than subjects, they are memory, rhythm, and identity. Growing up in Patangarh - a central point of Gold culture, he recalls long afternoons spent identifying birds by their calls, tracking their flights across the horizon, and listening to village elders tell stories of how certain species were tied to gods and ancestors. These impressions never left him. When Jangarh Singh Shyam, the great innovator of Gond art encouraged him to paint, it was birds that came first to Suresh’s canvases, and they have remained there ever since. His early works were full of vivid colour, the birds painted against Gond’s characteristic patterned backgrounds. But as his style evolved, Suresh began stripping his palette down, experimenting with monochromes. In his black-and-white works, birds emerge in quiet elegance, their wings etched in rhythmic detailing, their forms simultaneously fragile and strong. It was this distinctive language that earned him a solo exhibition at Bharat Bhavan in 2007, featuring 35 works that confirmed his standing as a leading Gond voice. Since then, Suresh’s art has travelled widely, from Indian galleries to international platforms like the National Gallery of Canada. Yet his themes remain constant: flocks in flight, birds in nesting clusters, divine rhythms woven into avian form. His work is both deeply personal, rooted in his own memories of growing up, the universe around him and the Gond belief of being connected to nature.
Description
"Explore the beauty of Gond tribal art through this hand-crafted masterpiece by Artist Suresh Dhurve.
Suresh Dhurve’s 'Birds in the Forest' is a stunning tribute to the natural world through the lens of Gond tribal art. Measuring 18.5 x 52 inches, this acrylic-on-canvas painting immerses viewers in visuals of a vibrant forest, showcasing birds and trees in joyful harmony. In this Indian painting, Dhurve, a celebrated Gond artist known for his narrative-rich paintings, captures the intimate relationship between flora and fauna. The tree, teeming with birds, symbolises nature’s interconnectedness and balance. Each element, leaf, branch, and bird is detailed with rhythmic dots and intricate linework, reflecting the artist’s mastery of Gond visual language.
The bold colour palette infuses life into the scene, while the use of traditional dot patterns and delicate motifs brings a sense of texture and movement, making the entire composition dynamic and deeply engaging. The artist’s storytelling ability transforms this from a simple nature scene into a visual celebration of coexistence, ritual, and heritage.
Why Buy this Original Indian Artwork:
Handpainted by a master artist -Authentic Gond tribal art by master artist Suresh Dhurve, rooted in folklore and nature. Details of the Gond art style highlight artistic precision and cultural depth.
Unique vertical composition (18.5x52 in.). This elongated painting is perfect for nooks and corners of any space or as a part of a cluster of paintings.
Celebrates nature’s harmony- making it perfect for a serene home or office décor.
A collectable piece of living tribal tradition, blending timeless symbolism with visual appeal. 'Birds in the Forest' is a collector’s treasure- culturally rich, visually dynamic, and spiritually rooted.
Bring home nature's melody and add a vibrant, joyful vibe to your spaces. Add this exquisite piece of art to your collection today.
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Suresh Dhurve
Gond artist || Inspired by Nature || Torch bearer of art
Unique Practice
Masterful focus on birds as symbols of memory and continuity