Panchali Sheth
She Carries All
Exhibition Opening 13th November
Step into a world of grandeur and spiritual significance which will undoubtedly resonate with all who hold the traditional and modern subject of femininity and guardianship close to their heart. She Carries all showcases a body of work exploring celestial and divine beings, the softness and strength of woman hood and ancient narratives reimagined into a contemporary visual language.
Panchali Sheth responds to narratives and stories from Indian Miniature’s which speak to her, and through an intuitive and layered process, she creates ineffable worlds within the confines of paint and canvas. Life for Seath is very much about duality; the material and spiritual nature of our world, the experience of women as vessels carrying both burdens and miracles of life and the narrative capacity of abstract and representational painting.
Sheth starts with a story or image and ends with hybrid characters exploring a contemporary point of view. This translates into worlds of colour with forms appearing and transforming before your eyes.
Raas Leela, Night Dance - 176 x 97, Acrylic and Oil on Linen - $4400
This title captures the essence of the Gopis dancing in the night sky, blending the celestial and divine themes with the traditional Rass Leela.
Asura Was Shattered - 91 x 122cm (Framed) - Acrylic and Oil on Canvas - SOLD
In the painting Asura Was Shattered, the narrative centres around the triumph over darkness and chaos. This work depicts a figure who has emerged victorious, freed from danger and calamities, embodying strength, and resilience. As a sign of their victory, gods shower flowers upon him in praise, symbolising divine recognition and celebration. This imagery captures the essence of triumph over evil, illustrating a moment of clarity and peace after a tumultuous struggle, reinforcing the idea that courage and perseverance can lead to redemption and acknowledgment from the divine.
Uncharted Waters - 90 x 120cm - Acrylic and Oil on Canvas - $3800
In the painting titled Uncharted Water, the narrative delves exploration and introspection. This work serves as a metaphor for navigating the unknown, both in the external world and within oneself. Inviting viewers to contemplate their own journeys through the uncharted waters of life, emotions, and experiences. This reflection emphasises the beauty and complexity of embracing the unknown...
In My Corner - 101x121cm - Acrylic and Oil on Canvas - SOLD
In My Corner represents having unwavering support—a place where all your loved ones and a higher power stand by you, offering strength, comfort, and guidance through any challenge.
Nandi (Shiva’s Bull) 110x190cm - Acrylic and oil on canvas - $4500
In the painting titled Nandi, the narrative focuses on Nandi, the sacred bull and devoted vehicle of Lord Shiva. This contemporary interpretation highlights Nandi's unwavering devotion and significance as an ardent worshipper. The artwork explores themes of loyalty, strength, and the connection between the divine and the earthly. By portraying Nandi in a modern context, the artwork invites viewers to reflect on the enduring nature of devotion and the role of faith in navigating contemporary life.
She Held the Sky - 90x120cm - Acrylic and oil on canvas - $3500
In She Held the Sky, the mother of the gods, is depicted as a nurturing figure cradling the sky. This painting explores themes of protection and motherhood, symbolising strength, and attachment. It invites viewers to reflect on their own roles in nurturing others and highlights the blend of traditional and modern subject of femininity and guardianship.
The Venu (flute) Player - 121x84cm - Arclyic and oil on Canvas - SOLD
The Venu (Flute) Player the narrative centres on the figure of a musician playing the Venu, a traditional Indian bamboo flute. This work evokes a sense of calm and spiritual connection, as the Venu is often associated with divine music. The painting explores harmony, devotion, and the transcendental power of music, blending cultural symbolism with a contemporary interpretation. The figure of the flute player becomes a conduit for storytelling, where sound connects the earthly and the divine, inviting viewers to experience the serenity and depth of the music.
A New Arrival - 76x121cm - Acrylic and oil on canvas - $3000
A New Arrival captures the excitement and freshness of something or someone just beginning. A new journey, idea, or phase, filled with potential and promise.
Women Visiting Yogis - 84 x 84xm Acrylic and Oil on Linen - SOLD
The painting reflects a meeting of the material and spiritual worlds, highlighting the reverence and contemplation in the exchange between the seekers and the enlightened.
He Cradled the Storm - 83x83cm - Acrylic and oil on Canvas - $3600
He Cradled the Storm suggests strength and calm in the face of chaos. It reflects someone who embraces turmoil with resilience, finding peace within turbulence and guiding it with a steady hand.
Ceremonial Sky - 90x90cm - Acrylic and oil on canvas - $2900
In the painting titled Ceremonial Sky, the narrative revolves around a ritual unfolding in the heavens. The sky is portrayed as a sacred space, where nature and the divine intersect. The ceremonial aspect suggests a moment of reverence or celebration, with the sky taking on symbolic meaning, perhaps through colour, movement, or ethereal forms. This work invites viewers to reflect on the grandeur and spiritual significance of the sky as a place of worship.
Just wait until sunrise - 70x85cm (Framed) - acrylic and oil on canvas - SOLD
Just Wait Until Sunrise. In this painting, Hanuman (GOD) is leaping across the ocean to rescue Sita, but his journey is infused with a contemporary narrative of dejection and inner struggle. Cursed by the sages to forget his physical capabilities, Hanuman grapples with feelings of inadequacy and loss. This duality captures the essence of heroism intertwined with vulnerability, illustrating that even the mightiest can face doubts and limitations. The contrast between his monumental leap and his internal conflict highlights the themes of resilience and the quest for self-rediscovery in the face of adversity.
She Carries All, 101 x 101cm, Acrylic and Oil on Canvas - SOLD
The idea that women themselves can be vessels is a complex layer to the metaphor. It suggests that women not only carry burdens but are also the vessels through which life, culture, and experiences flow. This duality—being both the carrier and the container—adds depth, emphasising the bond of nurturing, sacrifice, and endurance.
Layered Self - 30 x 40cm - Acrylic and oil on canvas - $920
Layered Self reflects the complex nature of identity, inspired by Indian folk tales being the many-faced Ravana. Ravana has ten heads and the characters embody multiple layers being wisdom, courage and doubt. Each revealing a different aspect of the self. Similarly, Layered Self represents how we hold many facets within us, shaped by culture, experience, and inner conflict, each layer adding depth to our identity.
My Words - 30x40xm - Acrylic and oil on canvas - SOLD
My Words reflects the power of storytelling in Indian folk tales, where words are used not only to entertain but to impart wisdom, values, and life lessons. Storyteller whose words bridge generations, this title conveys how one’s voice can shape and share personal truths, connecting the past with the present and carrying forward the essence of culture and self-expression.
Borrowed Wings - 30 x 40cm - Acrylic and oil on canvas - $920
Borrowed Wings, in the context of Radha and Krishna’s story, could reflect Radha’s longing and transcendence, borrowing Krishna’s divine energy to rise above earthly bounds. Similarly, this title can mirror my own journey, where I draw strength and inspiration from cultural roots, tradition, and the spiritual bond—just as Radha borrows from Krishna's essence. This narrative speaks to how, like Radha, you might be empowered by a deeper connection to something beyond yourself.
Shattered but still standing - 30 x 40cm - acrylic and oil on canvas - SOLD
The title Shattered but Still Standing conveys resilience and inner strength. The narrative reflects a journey through intense trials, symbolised by fragments or broken parts, yet the subject remains upright, embodying endurance and the power to rebuild despite hardship.
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