Ravi Ravi Varma
Indian painter from Kerala (1848–1906)
1848 — 1906
Quick Facts
Profession
Indian painter from Kerala (1848–1906)
Born
April 29, 1848
Died
1906 (age ~58)
Name Origin
Indian
Timeline
painter, creator
Kingdom of ThiruvithamkoorBorn in KilimanoorDied in Attingal
1848
Born in Kilimanoor (1848-04-29)
1906
Died in Attingal
About
Raja Ravi Varma was an Indian painter. His works are one of the best examples of the fusion of European academic art with a purely Indian sensibility and iconography. He greatly enhanced his reach and influence as a painter and public figure by making affordable lithographs of his paintings available to the public. His lithographs increased the involvement of common people with fine arts and defined artistic tastes. Furthermore, his religious depictions of Hindu deities and works from Indian epic poetry and Puranas have received critical acclaim. He was part of the royal family of Parappanad, Malappuram district.
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Who is Ravi Ravi Varma?+
Raja Ravi Varma was an Indian painter. His works are one of the best examples of the fusion of European academic art with a purely Indian sensibility and iconography. He greatly enhanced his reach and influence as a painter and public figure by making affordable lithographs of his paintings availabl
What does the name Ravi mean?+
The name Ravi means "A male given name used in India.. Etymology: Probably from vernacular forms of Rafael or of Ragvald.". It is of Indian origin.
When was Ravi Ravi Varma born?+
Ravi Ravi Varma was born on April 29, 1848.
When did Ravi Ravi Varma die?+
Ravi Ravi Varma died in 1906, at approximately 58 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name used in India.. Etymology: Probably from vernacular forms of Rafael or of Ragvald.
The name Ravi is of Indian origin, meaning "A male given name used in India.. Etymology: Probably from vernacular forms of Rafael or of Ragvald.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Ravi
Ravi — April 29, 1848
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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You made me see color differently. Literally.
— a painter
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
Legend.
— anon
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