Welcome to The Blue Trunk!
I’m Ujval Anand, founder and curator.
What began as a personal passion for collecting has grown into The Blue Trunk, a collection of Indian vintage art, ritual objects, masks, wooden carvings and other cultural finds. Over the years, travel and encounters with collectors, families and artisans have shaped the way I discover and curate these pieces.
At our gallery in Aarey, Mumbai, an old blue trunk remains a symbol of the journey that started it all. Through this website, I’m delighted to share these discoveries with collectors and curious minds, wherever they may be.
I invite you to explore the collection and discover something that speaks to you.
Ujval Anand
Founder & Curator
This vintage painting, portrays the trinity of deities from Jagannath Puri using natural colors. The upper section features devotees paying respects to Lord Jagannatha, while the lower part showcases two Simhas in the Odia style. In the center, the Jagannath temple idols are flanked by a devotee offering fish on the left and, seemingly, Lord Brahma on the right. This depiction connects with a unique tradition at Jagannatha Temple in Puri, where fish from the sacred Markanda temple tank is offered to the presiding goddess, Vimala, on Durga Ashtami. Despite signs of aging on the right side, the painting is beautifully presented in a vintage wooden frame.
Sourced From: Odisha
Wipe the piece with a soft, dry cloth. Do not expose it to direct sunlight, dampness, heat or cold.
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