Eight Armed Goddess Varahi Seated on Pedestal | Tanjore Painting | With Teakwood Frame

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Eight Armed Goddess Varahi Seated on Pedestal | Tanjore Painting | With Teakwood Frame

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Name: Eight Armed Goddess Varahi Seated on Pedestal | Tanjore Painting | With Teakwood Frame
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WSC303
Price: 260.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$299

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Among Saptamatrikas - Varahi is the commander who arises from Durga during the battle with Asura Ratkabeej. The boar-headed goddess in another reference is said to come from the back of Chandika. In this stunning Tanjore painting, of gold plates and semiprecious stones - Varahi is seated in a Lalitsana, draped in a red saree, placing one of her feet on the lotus. As a garland of the best flowers dangles down on both her sides, she blesses and protects her seekers with the Mudras of Abhaya and Varada. Her Ashtabhuja is representative of the eight upavidyas that preside with her and the downward Trikona (triangle) depicted in a lotus yantra symbolizes the feminine principle of Shakti.

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Specifications

	WSC303
	Traditional Colors with Gold Work
	12.50 inch Height X 10.50 inch Width X 1.50 inch Depth
	Weight 1.24 kg

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A Divine Presence

Invite a celestial aura into your space with this captivating depiction of the divine mother. Its exquisite detail and rich embellishments offer a focal point that speaks of profound spiritual significance and artistic mastery, bringing an element of sacred beauty to your surroundings.

The Art of Tradition

This masterpiece is born from the time-honored Tanjore painting tradition, a revered art form hailing from the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Each stroke is applied with meticulous care, utilizing traditional colors and genuine gold leaf to imbue the artwork with unparalleled depth and luminescence. The intricate embellishments, including carefully placed semi-precious stones, are hand-applied by skilled artisans who dedicate themselves to preserving this ancient craft, ensuring each creation is a unique testament to their dedication.

Visual Splendor and Rich Detail

Observe the vibrant portrayal of the eight-armed goddess seated serenely on an ornate pedestal, a symbol of her formidable power and compassionate grace. The rich pigments create a striking contrast against the deep, calming background, drawing your eye to the radiant gold work that adorns her crown, jewelry, and the intricate patterns of her attire. The dimensional quality, enhanced by the raised surfaces and the shimmering gold, gives the artwork a tactile appeal, inviting closer inspection of its many layers of beauty. Presented within a dark, intricately carved teakwood frame, measuring approximately 12.5 inches in height and 10.5 inches in width with a depth of 1.5 inches, the entire composition exudes an aura of understated luxury and enduring value.

Symbolism of Varahi

This representation pays homage to Varahi, a powerful Tantric goddess and one of the Matrikas, the divine mothers. She is often depicted with a boar's head and associated with abundance, protection, and the earth's fertility. Her eight arms symbolize her omnipotence and her ability to hold various divine weapons and instruments, signifying her role as a formidable protector against negativity and a bestower of blessings. The lotus she sits upon represents purity and spiritual awakening, while the yantra beneath her feet signifies cosmic order and divine energy.

Sanctuary and Serenity

Imagine this magnificent artwork gracing your puja room, acting as a serene focal point for your daily prayers and meditation. It would also lend an air of spiritual sophistication to your living room, study, or any space where you seek to cultivate a sense of peace and contemplation. The detailed artistry and divine imagery make it an exceptional centerpiece, offering both aesthetic pleasure and a connection to ancient spiritual traditions.

Enduring Legacy

To preserve the brilliance of this traditional artwork, we recommend gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight or moisture, which can affect the integrity of the gold leaf and colors. With proper care, this heirloom-quality piece will continue to radiate its divine energy and artistic splendor for generations to come, becoming a cherished part of your home and family legacy.

Gilded Elegance: Unraveling the Artistry of Tanjore Paintings

Tanjore painting is a traditional form of art in the South Indian style and was started by the inhabitants of a small town known as Thanjavur of Tamil Nadu. This gives it another name called “Thanjavur painting”. This painting draws its figures, designs, and inspiration from the time when Vedic culture was prevalent in India. Certain remarkable features of a Tanjore painting distinguish it from other paintings. Some of these are pure gold or gold foil coating on gesso work, the use of rich and vivid colors, and the inlay of cut-glass or semi-precious and precious stones. The subjects of most of the Tanjore paintings are Hindu Gods, Goddesses, and saints. The main devotional figure is portrayed in the central portion of the painting and is usually surrounded by various secondary figures.

The process of making a Tanjore painting

The classic Tanjore paintings are done on wooden planks and hence are also referred to as Palagai Padam in South India (Palagai = Wooden plank, Padam = Picture). Creating a masterpiece is never an easy task but the skilled artists of Thanjavur have been following the tradition of making timeless Tanjore paintings for decades.

The making process begins with preparing the wooden board or canvas. The size of the board depends upon the choice of the patron. The next step is to paste cardboard over the wooden board and then a cotton fabric is stretched and pasted upon it using Arabic gum.

Now that the cloth is attached to the wooden panel, a rough sketch of the motifs and figure is drawn onto the fabric. After this, a paste of chalk powder and water-soluble adhesive is evenly applied over the base and smoothed.

Thereafter, the outlines which were made or traced using a stencil are now ready to be beautified and decked with various add-ons. The usual materials for decoration are cut-glass, pearls, semi-precious and precious gems, gold leaf, and laces. 22 or 18 Karat Gold leaves and gems of varied hues are especially inlaid in areas like pillars, arches, walls, thrones, and dresses. In the final step, the rest of the painting is filled with rich and striking colors such as shades of red, blue, and green. Formerly, the artists used natural colors like vegetable and mineral dyes instead of chemical paints. The entire painting is then cleaned and refined to give a flawless finished look.

Since the making of a single piece of Tanjore painting requires a complex and elaborate process, the artists usually take at least one or two months to complete it. The use of pure gold foil and gems for beautification is a characteristic of an authentic Tanjore painting. Due to this, Tanjore paintings last for generations without getting tarnished and are much more expensive than general paintings. Though the art form has undergone various changes and technique modifications over the years, it continues to attract the hearts of art lovers.

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