Jalakriti

Charcoal and Soft pastels 
Size: 15.5 by 18.5 inches 
 
This artwork showcases the captivating iconography adorning the Adalaj Stepwells, constructed in the year 1498. A Sanskrit inscription, positioned on a marble slab within a recess on the first floor, traces the rich historical lineage of the stepwell, initiated by Rana Veer Singh of the Vaghela dynasty of Dandai Desh. The intricate motifs of flowers and architectural graphics seamlessly intertwine with depictions of Hindu and Jain deities, meticulously carved at different levels of the well. This harmonious fusion of artistic symbolism reflects the cultural amalgamation characteristic of the region.