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Radha-Krishna Seated on Pashu Kunjar

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Name: Radha-Krishna Seated on Pashu Kunjar
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB532
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	WRB532
	Paata painting from Orissa
	13 inch Height X 13 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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Divine Symphony of Color and Grace

Immerse your living space in the transcendent romance of eternal devotion through an exquisite handcrafted masterpiece. You will find that every brushstroke breathes life into sacred mythology, anchoring your sanctuary in centuries of spiritual artistry. Transform a blank wall into a focal point of sublime contemplation and artistic elegance.

Ancestral Mastery and Natural Pigments

Skilled master artisans from the coastal heartlands of Orissa pour generations of hereditary wisdom into preparing the traditional cloth canvas. You will appreciate the meticulous application of vibrant, earth-derived mineral pigments that yield a luminous, enduring radiance. The rigorous preparation process ensures the fabric retains its structural integrity while celebrating authentic regional craftsmanship.

Harmonious Composition and Scale

Measuring a balanced thirteen inches in height by thirteen inches in width, the square format draws the eye effortlessly toward the central divine figures. You can observe the intricate linework framing a magnificent composite beast formed entirely by intertwined female companions. Rich borders embellished with floral motifs frame the divine assembly, enhancing visual depth and sophisticated rhythm.

Ancient Eastern Symbolism

Rooted in the venerable Pattachitra tradition, the artwork visualizes the cosmic play of divine love atop the legendary animal-elephant hybrid known as Pashu Kunjar. You are engaging with a rich visual vocabulary where the elephant represents supreme royal majesty and divine wisdom. The entangled attendants embody the boundless devotion and interconnectedness of nature surrounding the celestial couple.

Sanctuary Placement and Display

Hang the radiant composition within a quiet meditation room, an executive study, or a sophisticated entryway to welcome guests with profound cultural grace. You will discover that warm, directional lighting dramatically accentuates the rich hues and fine details of the traditional paata painting technique. It serves as an inspiring anchor for eclectic interiors that honor classical heritage and global aesthetics.

Preservation and Enduring Legacy

Protect the delicate mineral colors by shielding the canvas from direct, prolonged sunlight and excessive ambient moisture. You can gently dust the surface with a soft, dry cloth to maintain its pristine visual clarity across decades. By welcoming this handcrafted treasure into your home, you safeguard a fragile, dying folk art tradition for future generations.

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.