After the Last Ride – Original Dry Pastel by Saikat Mondal

In After the Last Ride, Saikat Mondal captures a quiet, elemental moment along the shores of Puri — a boy leading his horse by the sea as the sun melts into the horizon. The medium of dry pastel intensifies the sky’s glow and the shimmering reflections on wet sand. The scene is a blend of stillness and motion, where every step feels like both a farewell and a ritual.

Silhouetted figures walk through a fiery seascape, evoking both livelihood and longing. The brush of red and indigo, the curve of the horse’s neck, the boy’s steady posture — all speak of everyday endurance. Whether seen as a beach scene, a sunset memory, or a metaphor for journeys shared in silence, the painting holds space for many readings.

This original work comes framed in wood with an acrylic sheet and is suited for homes, collectors, or interior spaces that invite atmosphere, story, and solitude. It is part of Saikat’s continuing search for the landscapes of Bengal — both geographical and emotional.