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Mathura Vihar Painting

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Name: Mathura Vihar Painting
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: PAB596
Price: 730.00 USD
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	PAB596
	Patta Painting On Tussar Silk
	30.00 inch Height X 48.00 inch Width

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Divine Symphony in Silk

Step into a realm of eternal devotion and celestial harmony with a masterpiece that captures the blissful pastoral wanderings of Lord Krishna. You will immediately find yourself drawn into the vibrant narration of sacred pastoral life, where every brushstroke whispers ancient legends. Transform your living space into a sanctuary of spiritual elegance and artistic brilliance through this captivating visual journey.

Masterful Heritage Craftsmanship

Master artisans pour generations of ancestral knowledge into creating breathtaking patta paintings on fine Tussar silk. You will appreciate the meticulous preparation of the canvas, treated with natural gums and chalk before receiving layers of brilliant mineral pigments. Every delicate contour and striking hue reflects an uncompromising dedication to traditional Indian folk aesthetics and enduring quality.

Breathtaking Scale and Composition

Spanning an impressive 30.00 inches in height by 48.00 inches in width, command attention in any grand interior setting. You will marvel at the intricate borders and harmonious panel compositions that frame the central divine procession with mesmerizing precision. The rich sheen of the luxurious silk fabric naturally enhances the depth and luminosity of the brilliant color palette.

Sacred Mythology and Artistic Lineage

Rooted in the ancient Pattachitra tradition of Odisha, connects you deeply to centuries of devotional storytelling and temple artistry. You are engaging with a revered style of folk painting that traditionally served as visual accompaniment to sacred rituals and epics. The intricate iconography honors the eternal romance and divine play of Krishna, enveloping your home in profound spiritual symbolism.

Graceful Placement in Your Sanctuary

Display above a grand mahogany console table or anchor your primary reception room with this culturally rich conversation piece. You will create an atmosphere of serene sophistication, whether your interior design leans toward contemporary minimalism or classic traditional luxury. The expansive horizontal format draws the eye effortlessly, filling empty walls with vibrant narrative energy and devotional grace.

Preserving Your Heirloom Treasure

Protect the radiant natural pigments by mounting away from direct, harsh sunlight and maintaining moderate indoor humidity levels. You can easily maintain the pristine beauty of the delicate silk ground by occasionally dusting with a soft, dry cloth. Cherish this magnificent creation as an investment in authentic cultural heritage that will endure for generations 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.