Cow in City

"The Surrealism movement, born in the early 20th century, aimed to bridge dreams and reality by tapping into the unconscious mind. While early surrealists like Dalí and Ernst focused on psychological surrealism, modern and contemporary surrealist practices often intersect with socio-political concerns. In the Indian context, this artwork brings the movement into a culturally specific space—reinterpreting the sacred cow’s image not with divinity but with irony and concern. It critiques how contemporary Indian cities, in their race toward modernity, have transformed animals into voiceless symbols of neglect, utility, or inconvenience."