If you grew up in India, you must have seen the classic painting featuring seven running horses hanging on the wall in your own or a relative’s house. It low-key still highlights the interior decor of homes in this country. However, the placement of this popular painting can cause problems, according to Vastu Shastra, including conflicts, financial blockages, and mental agony.

We asked Vastu consultant Anchal Gupta Jhawar about directions and placement for the seven horses painting. Here’s how to get it right.

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Significance of the seven horses painting in Vastu Shastra

In Vastu, the seven horses painting blends colour, motion, and symbolism. “The dynamic energy of galloping horses represents speed and progress,” Anchal says. Also, numerology associates the number ‘seven’ with harmony which aligns with universal energy. When all these elements are combined together and the painting is placed in an ideal Vastu zone, the artwork brings momentum, growth, and success to that space.

Vastu-approved directions and colours for the seven horses painting

Anchal suggests placing the painting in the Southeast of your home, as this is considered the cash flow zone. This will also enhance your career growth and financial success. You can also hang the seven horses painting in your bedroom, living room, or kitchen, depending on your preferences. “But you must avoid placing it in the disposal zones, including the West or Northwest, East of Southeast, and the South of Southwest,” Anchal suggests. The Vastu expert reveals that these disposal zones represent release and letting go of things. So, keeping a symbol of progress like running horses in these zones might dilute its positive impact.

But placing the seven horses painting in an ideal direction isn’t enough. The colours of the painting also determine the intensity of the positive outcome you want. Here’s what Anchal suggests.

• North: The horse painting in cool blues and aluminium metal will enhance the flow of new opportunities in your life.
• South: Opt for a fiery red painting with a copper metal frame to attract fame and success.
• East: Get the seven horses painting in a refreshing green colour bordered with steel to boost growth and vitality.
• West: Hang a horse painting that has yellow shades. It must have an iron frame, as together, these elements and direction symbolise stability.

Follow these combinations to hang the seven horses painting if you want to reap the maximum Vastu benefits from it. A mismatch can lead to an imbalance and financial blockages.

In which direction should the horses be running?

This is the most common question that confuses people whenever they are buying the seven horses painting for their home. Anchal answers it quite simply — all the horses in the painting should be shown running in a unified direction. This symbolises focus, teamwork, and steady progress. “Their motion should ideally be forward and slightly upward, reflecting a sense of aspiration and positive momentum,” the Vastu expert suggests. Basically, when the horses run together, their movement syncs with your goals, success, and motivation.

How background elements impact the Vastu energy of the seven horses painting

Have you ever noticed that the seven horses paintings with water elements look calming, while the ones with mountains feel energising? A lot of that comes from the background elements that shape the Vastu energy of those paintings. Anchal explains that the direction in which you place the painting aligns with the elements it contains. “When the backdrop complements that zone, the artwork’s positive effect multiplies,” Anchal says. The Vastu expert reveals how each natural element present in the seven horses painting aligns with the direction.

• North: When placed in this direction, the seven horses painting with water backdrops enhances flow, opportunity, and movement.
• West: Mountain scenes in the painting strengthen stability and support if you align them with this zone of your home.
• East: The sun rules this zone. So, the seven horses painting featuring a sunrise can boost vitality and clarity.
• South: Red or fiery hues in your painting can amplify fame and recognition when placed in this direction.

Do galloping horses bring too much aggressive energy?

Besides the colour and direction, many of us also worry if the galloping horses might lead to an extremely powerful energy in our home. Anchal says this depends on how you direct the painting’s energy. “Galloping horses do carry intense momentum, representing drive, ambition, and progress,” she says. So, how can you balance this overwhelming energy to get the benefits? Anchal suggests placing it in the correct Vastu zone and balancing it with the ideal colours, backdrop, and intent. This will transform the overwhelming energy of the painting into an inspiring and welcoming one.

If the artwork feels restless or chaotic, it might be too fiery for a calm zone like the bedroom. In such cases, Anchal suggests opting for a painting with graceful, upward-moving horses instead of those appearing to charge or clash. “When chosen mindfully, the painting doesn’t overpower your home; it empowers it,” she says.

If you want to connect with Vastu consultant Anchal Gupta Jhawar for more personalised Vastu-related advice, you can find her here.

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