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Through the wondrous sound produced only by the venerable violin, butterflies rise above to call for world peace. In harmony with the lively tempo played in the violin's treble clef, a delighted musician raises her posture to each note, with her luxurious dress and voluminous hair flowing in the rhythm and flowers fully immersed in listening. Balinese artist Ida Ratna Ningrum utilizes to the power of musical expression to bring life to the canvas in 'Peace of Symphony'. Painting in a realist style, Ida experiments with symbolic, yet unrealistic components such as the butterflies that emerge from song. Casting the entire musical scene with red light to symbolize love and passion, Ida suggests that the path to peace requires a harmonious symphony.

colourful feathers adorn this gorgeous Gond painting by Vidushini in honour of mothers and their unconditional love. Drawing inspiration from nature, the Indian artist uses acrylic on handmade paper to depict little chicks asking their mother for food, a scene that can be found in several family portraits around the world.

Nature celebrates the divine love between Krishna and Radha, teaching the world a lesson of resilient and innocent romance. Intense colours take over this classic Madhubani painting by Bharti Dayal, whose expert brushstrokes adorn the deities with luxurious garments and cultural elements of captivating allure.

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Originating in the Mithila region of India, Madhubani painting is a traditional style of folk art typically reserved for women. It often celebrates Hindu themes, as well as the harmony between people and nature. Working in the Madhubani style, Vidushini honors Vivah Panchami, a festival that celebrates the wedding of Rama and Sita, star-crossed lovers from the Hindu epic Ramayana. Surrounded by natural designs, Rama and Sita wear regal clothing as they join together in matrimony.

A bright peacock spreads its wings and takes flight in this fantastical Madhubani painting from India's Vidushini. Created with acrylic on handmade paper, the work mesmerizes with vivid hues of red, blue, yellow, and turquoise painted in clean, graphic lines. A lovely floral motif surrounds the bird, creating the impression of a window or a door. Madhubani paintings originated in Bihar, India, where they were used to adorn walls and floors of homes and other buildings.

Working with an expressive style and a colorful palette, artist Pepe Chavez depicts a group of Andean women in traditional garb. "Every painting comes from my heart and reflects my love of life and the Andes," says Chavez. The artwork is rendered in acrylic on canvas.

Butterflies dance to the music of a violin. Inspired by her love for music, Marita Peña Mora depicts a young woman in concert dress. Rich textures and vibrant colors underscore the girl's youth, as the artist reveals her own romanticism through her subject.

Titled "Allegro con violin" in Spanish.

Wearing traditional dress, a girl is seen in silhouette. Sunil Jaiswal exalts the virtue of her innocence as he works in the style of India's tribal people. The petite portrait comes to life in warm colors, and the artist presents the painting in a mat board passe-partout.