Dwarka Prasad paints a Royal Welcome of a king in this Kavad Painting. 'Artis' are an important part of Indian tradition and were performed to mark the homecoming of the king from a battle or campaign after a long time. This painting depicts a king lavishly comforted as he rides upon a majestic elephant. He is welcomed by the Queen as she holds a beautiful set of lamps in her hands with desparate eyes to finally meet her husband.