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Episodes From Ganesha's Life

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Name: Episodes From Ganesha's Life
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB008
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	WRB008
	Artist Rabi Behera
	Paata painting from OrissaARTIST:RABI BEHERA
	36 inch Height X 72 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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Sacred Narrative Canvas

Immerse your living space in divine mythology with a masterpiece designed to captivate every observer. You will instantly notice how the intricate visual storytelling brings ancient legends directly into your modern sanctuary. Transform a blank wall into a gallery of spiritual heritage and artistic brilliance.

Masterful Heritage Crafting

Master artisan Rabi Behera channels generations of traditional skill into every meticulous brushstroke. Created as an authentic paata painting from Orissa, the composition relies on centuries-old techniques passed down through master studios. You will appreciate the profound dedication embedded within the delicate linework and organic pigments.

Expansive Compositional Scale

Stretching an impressive 72 inches in width alongside a 36-inch height, the magnificent creation dominates your interior with balanced elegance. You will find endless fascination in the compartmentalized scenes, where individual vignettes flow harmoniously across the grand canvas. The striking monochromatic palette accentuates every minute detail without overwhelming your room's aesthetic.

Divine Mythological Legacy

Each painted frame chronicles legendary moments from the beloved elephant-headed deity's celestial existence. You connect deeply with ancient eastern philosophy as you trace the symbolism of wisdom, prosperity, and obstacle removal woven into the art. The composition pays homage to classic temple murals, preserving sacred history for contemporary connoisseurs.

Exquisite Interior Placement

Hang the grand statement piece above a stately living room sofa or along a dramatic dining room accent wall. You will create an undeniable focal point that naturally invites quiet contemplation and sparks vibrant conversations among your discerning guests. The horizontal orientation effortlessly bridges architectural spans while elevating your overall decor.

Pristine Preservation Guidance

Protect your investment by displaying the artwork away from direct sunlight to maintain the integrity of the natural colors. You simply need to dust the surface gently with a soft, dry cloth to keep the fine details immaculate for decades. Proper framing under museum-grade UV-protective glass ensures future generations will cherish the timeless heirloom.

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.