Draping Attire with Emotions
Siddhesh communicated his observation through nuanced reflections of people. One such series depicts the attire of different women in this world, and wearing expressions that reveal several stories within a single frame.
Enchantress (1976-05-10/1976-05-16) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Abhisarika
A colourful scarf, sharp features, angled stance and looking beyond – an alluring elite against the blue sky, signifying the expanse of her persona.
Bobcut Beauty (1972-07-19/1972-07-25) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Bobcut
In 1950s and 60s, this hairdo was often referred to as bobcut. It was a mark of a fashionista.
Greek Lady (1972-02-15/1972-02-21) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Greek Lady
A doe-eyed Greek lady with the characteristic head scarf.
Ladakhi Woman (1984-05-19/1984-05-27) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Ladakhi Woman
The artist portrays the humility of a Ladakhi lady in traditional dress.
Krishna Sakhi (1979-06-21/1979-06-28) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Krishna Sakhi
This character is dressed as a devotee of Lord Krishna.
The bluish green surrounding represents the omnipresence of the Lord.
Manthara (1968-07-20/1968-07-29) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Manthara
A crafty old servant in the epic Ramayan, Manthara is portrayed by simple white clothes, missing tooth and a villainous glance.
Nayika Ajanta (1975-02-12/1975-02-12) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Nayika Ajanta
This hairstyle is often seen in paintings of Ajanta-Ellora caves. The artist accentuates the hair bun as per contours of the stone.
Afro Beauty (1979-10-19/1979-10-24) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Afro Beauty
An African beauty with a matching head scarf, raises her head, looking in awe at the sky.
Dark Skin (1969-04-17/1969-04-25) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Dark Beauty
A lady with a flowing white scarf, big eyes, pointed nose and full lips defining dark beauty.
Mother in Law (1965-05/1995-12) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Angry Mother-in-Law
The mother-in-law in India, is in most media formats, infamously characterised as overbearing and domineering. This character is hence depicted with clenched teeth, double chin, stretched neck and the red faced menacing looks.
Attitude (1989-07-17/1989-07-22) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Attitude
An uppity lady with a domineering attitude looking down disdainfully.
Nurse (1980-06-08/1980-06-12) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Nurse
A caring nurse, as tending to a patient.
A Nun by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
A Nun
The nun has eyes closed in humility and the head bowed in prayers to the almighty.
Waiting (1974-03-19/1974-03-25) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Waiting
A portly woman with an apron waiting on a customer.
Speaker (1986-06-18/1986-06-22) by SiddheshSiddhesh Memorial Foundation for Art
Speaker
This stone showcases women empowerment with a leader, as addressing a gathering.
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