Moving Forest
A vertical Gond painting by Rameshwar Dhruve in rotring pen and acrylic on canvas — a herd of deer moving through the grassland together. In Gond belief, wherever deer gather freely, the forest is at peace — and witnessing it is considered lucky.
£120.00
Detailed Description The chappar — the grassland ecosystem at the base — is Rameshwar’s signature. It’s not decorative; it marks the ground the animals belong to. Rameshwar paints these deer gathering by choice, not by force — and in Gond life, that distinction matters. A herd moving together freely is read as a sign that the forest is settled and safe.
Each deer is built from a different combination of pattern and colour — wave scales, crosshatching, stippled dots — all freehand across multiple rotring pen sizes, with colour applied by brush. The tree at the top is drawn entirely in ink, its cloud-shaped canopy filled with fine concentric dot work.
Styling: The vertical 24×12 format suits tall walls, corridors, and staircases. The height of the piece draws the eye upward. Works well as a standalone statement or as an anchor in a vertical arrangement of Gond pieces. Simple dark or natural wood frame.
Art form: Gond
Medium: Acrylic and ink on canvas
Canvas size: 24 × 12 inches (vertical)
Artist: Rameshwar Dhruve
Origin: Madhya Pradesh, India
Care: Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture. Glass framing is recommended to protect the detailing and extend the life of the piece.
FAQs Is this an original artwork? Yes — hand-painted original, signed by the artist. Not a print or reproduction. Will my painting look exactly like the photo? Same composition and style, but minor variations in detail and colour are what make each piece a one-off. Can I commission a custom piece? We can get you a custom piece
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