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Devi Kali

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Name: Devi Kali
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB111
Price: 120.00 USD
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	WRB111
	Artist Rabi Behera
	Paata painting from OrissaARTIST:RABI BEHERA
	18 inch Height X 12 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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Awaken Your Space with Divine Power

Immerse your living environment in the fierce, protective grace of the ultimate cosmic mother. You will instantly feel the commanding presence of the fearsome goddess as she radiates raw, transformative energy throughout your chosen room. Invite profound spiritual resonance into your daily life with a masterpiece that demands awe and quiet contemplation.

Masterful Hands and Timeless Tradition

You will deeply appreciate the meticulous dedication poured into every meticulous brushstroke by master artisan Rabi Behera. Executed as a traditional paata painting hailing from the rich cultural landscapes of Orissa, the creation showcases centuries of indigenous technique. Natural pigments breathe authentic life into the canvas, reflecting an unbroken lineage of master craftspeople.

Vivid Imagery and Striking Proportions

Spanning an impressive eighteen inches in height by twelve inches in width, the composition commands immediate visual attention. Your eyes will naturally trace the dynamic multi-armed posture, the vibrant color palette, and the intricate decorative borders framing the central deity. Every square inch reveals astonishing attention to detail, perfectly balancing ferocious movement with sublime artistic harmony.

Echoes of Ancient Mythology

Delve into rich Hindu mythology, where the dark-hued mother goddess represents the ultimate dissolution of ego and the fierce annihilation of ignorance. You are acquiring more than mere decor; you own a visual narrative celebrating profound spiritual liberation and cyclical rebirth. The artistic composition captures the iconic moment of triumphant stillness over worldly chaos.

Sanctuary Settings and Focal Displays

Hang the radiant artwork proudly within your meditation room, executive study, or sophisticated living area to serve as a striking conversation starter. You can style the vertical masterpiece above a low console table or alongside ambient lighting to highlight its rich textures. Let the profound iconography anchor your interior design with an aura of regal protection and fearless strength.

Preserving Your Sacred Investment

Protect your valued acquisition by keeping it away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to maintain the integrity of the natural pigments. Gently dust the surface with a soft, dry cloth whenever necessary to preserve the luminous finish for future generations. You will ensure the enduring beauty of this cultural heirloom, enjoying its fierce majesty for decades to come.

Mastering the Ancient Technique: Exploring the Meticulous Creation of Pattachitra Paintings

The traditional Pattachitra is a scroll painting that is done on cloth. This is revealed in the name; Pattachitra is a Sanskrit term made from two words i.e. Patta meaning cloth and Chitra meaning picture. The main subject of this painting is portraying Hindu mythological narratives, scenes from religious texts, and folktales. Pattachitra paintings are especially practiced in eastern Indian states such as West Bengal and Odisha, and also in some parts of Bangladesh. This art form is closely related to Shri Jagannath and the tradition of the Vaishnava sect. It is believed that Pattachitra art originated in the 11th century and the people of Odisha practice it even today without any discrepancy. Bengalis use these scroll paintings for ritual purposes (as a visual device) during the performance of a song or Aarti.

Pattachitra paintings are characterized by creative and traditional motifs/designs, decorative borders, and bright colorful applications. The outline of the figure and motifs are bold and sharp. Some common shapes and motifs seen in these paintings are trees, flowers, leaves, elephants, and other creatures. The artists of Odisha and Bengal still use the traditional method of painting which gives a unique look to it altogether.

1. Canvas is prepared

The process of painting a Pattachitra begins by preparing the canvas (patta). Generally, cotton cloth is used for making the canvas. The local artists dip the cotton cloth in a mixture of tamarind seeds and water for a few days. The cloth is then taken out and dried in the sun. Now natural gum is applied over it to stick another layer of cotton cloth on it. Thus a thick layer of cotton cloth is formed. This layered cotton is sun-dried and a paste of chalk powder, tamarind, and gum is applied on both sides. The surface of the cloth is then rubbed with two different stones for smoothening and it is again dried. This process gives the cloth a leathery finish and it is now ready to be painted.

2. Natural colors are made using traditional method

The painters prepare and use vegetable and mineral colors for application in the painting. White color is made from conch shells, black is made by burning coconut shells, Hingula is used for red color, Ramaraja for blue, and Haritala for yellow.

3. Colors are filled in

The artist now makes a double-lined border on all four sides of the canvas. The local artists are so expert in painting that they do not draw figures and motifs with pencil but directly draw them with a brush. The paint brushes that the painters use are made of the hair of domestic animals, a bunch of which is tied to the end of a bamboo stick. The figures are now painted with natural colors using the indigenous brushes. The outline is thickened with black color.

4. Painting is given a finishing

Finally, the painting is varnished/glazed to protect it from any damage and to get a glossy shine on the surface.

The making of a Pattachitra is laborious work and therefore, one painting may sometimes take over a month to complete. Due to their classical look, these paintings are admired by people from all over the world. The artistic skills used in Pattachitra are passed down from one generation to another and thus are preserved to date.