Vintage Ravi Varma Press Oleograph | Goddess Saraswati | Veena & Peacock | 10x14 inch

A rare slice of Indian art history for your wall.

This exquisite vintage oleograph of Goddess Saraswati was produced by the renowned Ravi Varma Press – the legendary printing house that brought devotional imagery into homes across India in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Here, Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, art and wisdom, is shown seated gracefully on a rock beside a tranquil river. She appears in her classic four‑armed form, representing the four aspects of human personality in learning: mind, intellect, alertness and ego.

Her attributes tell a rich visual story: she plays the veena, symbolising the tuning of mind and intellect; holds a mala for meditation; and carries a manuscript evoking the Vedas and formal knowledge. A vibrant peacock – a favourite motif of Ravi Varma – stands beside her, symbolising the arts and the beauty of nature. Dressed in a white saree with gold border and adorned with intricate jewellery, she radiates purity, light and grace.

The print is housed in a simple dark‑toned vintage wooden frame with authentic signs of age and wear, preserving the charm of original Indian calendar art.

Perfect for:

• Collectors of Ravi Varma Press and vintage Indian prints
• Pooja rooms, study rooms and libraries
• Living rooms or hallways styled with heritage Indian decor
• Gifting to lovers of classical Indian art, music and literature

Key details:

• Rare vintage Ravi Varma Press oleograph
• Subject: Goddess Saraswati with veena, mala, manuscript and peacock
• Four‑armed form representing mind, intellect, alertness and ego
• Classic Indian calendar art aesthetic
• Original vintage dark wooden frame with age character
• Size: 10 x 14 inches (25 x 35 cm)
• Ideal for collectors, pooja rooms and heritage‑themed interiors
• Condition: As seen in photos – expect minor signs of age consistent with vintage pieces

Style tip:
Hang this oleograph above a console with a brass Saraswati idol, a small lamp and a stack of favourite books or music sheets to create a beautiful “study and sadhana” corner in your home.