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Lord Krishna Playing Flute with Radha

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Name: Lord Krishna Playing Flute with Radha
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB826
Price: 320.00 USD
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	WRB826
	Paata painting from Orissa
	32 inch Height X 7 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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Divine Symphony of Eternal Devotion

Immerse your living space in the transcendent melody of celestial romance with a breathtaking handcrafted masterpiece that captures an iconic divine partnership. You will find yourself drawn into the serene gaze of the supreme protector as he coaxes enchanting harmonies from his sacred bamboo instrument. Let the profound spiritual resonance and timeless elegance of this devotional portrayal elevate your daily surroundings into a sanctuary of peace.

Mastery of Ancient Paata Traditions

Expert artisans pour generations of inherited knowledge into every meticulously brushed detail, utilizing traditional techniques passed down through centuries. Crafted as an authentic paata painting originating from the rich cultural landscape of Orissa, the creation showcases remarkable mastery over intricate linework and natural pigments. You will deeply appreciate the astonishing patience required to render such fine patterns upon the prepared canvas surface without a single flaw.

Vertical Elegance and Compositional Brilliance

Spanning an impressive 32 inches in height while maintaining a graceful 7-inch width, the slender vertical orientation draws the eye upward in quiet reverence. The deliberate composition frames the divine couple within exquisitely detailed borders, creating a profound sense of sacred architecture and visual harmony. You can admire how the delicate interplay of monochrome tones and subtle earthy accents highlights the supreme craftsmanship poured into every square inch.

Echoes of Mythological Harmony

Rooted deeply in the spiritual traditions of Vaishnavism, the artwork immortalizes the supreme love between the cosmic deity and his beloved consort Radha. Within Hindu mythology, the enchanting flute music symbolizes the call of the infinite soul awakening humanity from worldly illusions into divine ecstasy. Owning such a culturally rich artifact allows you to connect directly with an artistic lineage that celebrates the highest philosophical concepts of love and devotion.

Sanctuary for Your Sacred Spaces

Position the vertical masterpiece within your personal meditation room, quiet study, or refined entryway to establish an atmosphere of tranquil contemplation. The commanding height ensures it makes a striking statement on narrow wall panels or beside grand architectural archways in your home. Guests will inevitably pause to absorb the intricate iconography and the tranquil aura radiating from the divine musical communion.

Preserving Heritage Through Gentle Care

Protect the delicate natural pigments and fine artistry by shielding the canvas from direct, harsh sunlight and excessive atmospheric humidity. A simple dusting with a soft, dry cloth will keep the intricate details pristine for decades, allowing the spiritual narrative to endure across generations. You are not merely acquiring a decorative accent, but rather investing in a durable heirloom that safeguards ancient cultural heritage.

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.