This painting depicts Lord Shiva and Parvati, in the form of Arunachaleshwara and Unnamalai Amman (also known as Apitha Kuchambal). The Arunachala hill in Tiruvannamalai is one of the most sacred hills. It has a divine, auspicious aura ad is known to have attracted many yogis and sages towards it, including Ramana Maharishi.

Arunachala is one of the Panchabhoota Sthalams - a set of 5 temples in different places, dedicated to Lord Shiva. In each temple, the Lord represents one of the 5 elements: Agni (fire), Vayu (air), Prithvi (earth), Jalam (water) and Akasha (space). Arunachala is the Agni Sthalam. This painting beautifully captures the intricate details of the vigraham, or idol, in the sanctum sanctorum of this significant temple. Buy this stunning piece of art today.