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Fish Made of Small Ganeshas

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Name: Fish Made of Small Ganeshas
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB511
Price: 75.00 USD
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	WRB511
	Paata painting from Orissa
	13 inch Height X 13 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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Divine Symphony of Sacred Forms

You will find your senses captivated by a mesmerizing aquatic creation where a majestic aquatic creature gracefully emerges from a constellation of beloved elephant deities. This breathtaking visual masterpiece transforms an ancient coastal aesthetic into a profound meditative journey for your sophisticated living space. Prepare to lose yourself in an intricate tapestry where every single curve houses the benevolent spirit of the remover of obstacles.

Mastery of Heritage Pattachitra Craftsmanship

Master artisans from the sun-drenched ateliers of Orissa pour generations of meticulous wisdom into every microscopic detail of the traditional paata painting technique. You can trace the steady, devoted brushstrokes that painstakingly bind natural mineral pigments to a prepared cloth canvas stretched securely over a rigid wooden base. The exceptional composition reveals an astounding level of patience, as hundreds of minute divine visages seamlessly unite to form a single, harmonious living entity.

Enchanting Composition and Balanced Proportions

Measuring a refined 13 inches in height by 13 inches in width, the square format creates a striking visual equilibrium that draws the gaze inward toward the central subject. You will appreciate how the rich earthy tones, subtle jewel accents, and ornate decorative borders frame the swirling procession of miniature deities with museum-quality precision. Every square inch rewards your closer inspection, revealing hidden gestures and joyful expressions woven seamlessly into the sweeping fins and tail.

Legacy of Eastern Indian Mythology

Rooted in the sacred temple towns of eastern India, this revered folk art tradition translates ancient epics and spiritual philosophy into mesmerizing visual poetry for devoted collectors. The aquatic beast serves as an ancient symbol of spiritual freedom and fluidity, while the recurring elephant god invokes infinite auspiciousness, wisdom, and the dissolution of worldly hardships. Bringing home such a deeply symbolic artifact allows you to honor a centuries-old cultural heritage that celebrates the interconnectedness of all living creation.

Elevating Your Sacred Sanctuary

You can easily envision this stunning Orissa masterpiece commanding attention above a meditation altar, a refined entryway console, or a quiet reading nook in your home. The harmonious palette and compact proportions invite intimate contemplation, offering visitors a fascinating conversation piece rich with spiritual depth and artistic brilliance. Let the serene energy of the divine multitude wash over your daily routine, transforming an ordinary wall into a portal of timeless contemplation.

Preserving Your Artisanal Treasure

Protecting your investment requires only mindful, gentle placement away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to preserve the vibrancy of the natural mineral colors. You can occasionally dust the surface with a soft, dry cloth to maintain its luminous clarity without ever disturbing the delicate painted fibers. With such tender preservation, this transcendent folk painting will endure as a cherished heirloom radiating divine grace through the decades.

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.