Antique most Rare Ravi varma F.A.L. Press Oleograph – "Radha" | Circa 1920
Antique most Rare Ravi varma F.A.L. Press Oleograph – "Radha" | Circa 1920
An exceptionally rare antique Radha oleograph, printed by the renowned Ravi Udaya F.A.L. Press, Ghatkopar, Bombay, during the golden age of Indian chromolithography. Dating to circa 1920, this magnificent artwork beautifully portrays Radha seated beside a tranquil riverside beneath a luminous full moon—an enduring symbol of divine love, grace, devotion, and spiritual beauty.
This captivating composition stands apart from the commonly seen devotional oleographs of the period. Its poetic moonlit landscape, serene expression, and refined colour palette make it one of the most desirable and highly collectible Radha subjects associated with the Ravi Varma printing tradition. Surviving examples in well-preserved condition are increasingly difficult to find, making this artwork a remarkable addition to any serious antique collection.
Printed with exceptional detail and preserved in its original vintage frame, this oleograph reflects the outstanding craftsmanship and artistic excellence for which early Indian chromolithographs are celebrated. The Ravi Udaya F.A.L. Press imprint further enhances its historical importance and collector appeal.
Whether displayed in a heritage home, luxury interior, private gallery, or museum-quality collection, this antique Radha oleograph represents an extraordinary blend of Indian devotional art, historical printmaking, and timeless elegance.
Specifications
Title: Radha by Moonlight
Type: Antique Original Oleograph
Printer: Ravi Udaya F.A.L. Press, Ghatkopar, Bombay
Period: Circa 1920
Technique: Original Chromolithograph
Size: 14 × 10 Inches
Frame: Original Vintage Wooden Frame
Condition: Excellent antique condition with authentic age-related patina.
Collector's Note
A highly collectible and exceptionally scarce early 20th-century Radha oleograph, admired for its artistic beauty, historical significance, and enduring appeal. An outstanding acquisition for collectors of fine Indian prints, devotional art, and museum-quality antiques