Shakuntala Looks of Love - Raja Ravi Varma Painting

This artwork captures a pivotal moment from the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata, illustrating the romance between Shakuntala and King Dushyanta.

The scene is set in a vibrant, sun-dappled forest, likely near the hermitage where Shakuntala grew up. The composition focuses on Shakuntala, a young woman dressed in an orange-red saree, as she glances back over her shoulder with an expression of tender affection and yearning. Her eyes are fixed on the retreating form of King Dushyanta, who is depicted as a robust figure, often carrying hunting gear, moving through the trees. Another companion or figure is also visible, perhaps hinting at the group they were traveling with.