110 cm x 140 cm
 
Swirling, heavy folds of dark, murky fabrics and
translucent white cloth envelop a dark silhouette
of an elderly figure with glowing silver hair. Tulsi
Rani Das renders the intricate drapes, metallic
woven patterns, and layered textures with
extraordinary precision, contrasting soft textiles
against the deep slate background.

Named after Dhaka's ancient, burdened river, the
painting poignantly personifies the Buriganga as an
aging maternal figure swallowed by layers of
history, pollution, and memory. The delicate gold
outlines, silver Bangles, and resting stance imbue
the fading river-woman with a quiet, enduring
dignity amidst the heavy weight of time.