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Radha-Krishna with Dashavatara

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Name: Radha-Krishna with Dashavatara
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB841
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	WRB841
	Paata painting from Orissa
	32 inch Height X 7 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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Divine Symphony on Canvas

Immerse your living space in the transcendent beauty of eternal love and cosmic preservation. You will find yourself captivated by the delicate interplay of sacred iconography and masterful storytelling woven into every single brushstroke. This magnificent vertical composition elevates any room, inviting quiet contemplation and spiritual grace into your daily surroundings.

Heritage and Handcrafted Mastery

Master artisans from the sun-drenched coastal state of Orissa pour generations of traditional knowledge into creating each exquisite paata painting. You can truly appreciate the meticulous craftsmanship, utilizing time-honored techniques passed down through centuries of hereditary painters. Natural pigments breathe vibrant life onto the prepared canvas, ensuring that human devotion and exceptional artistry remain inextricably linked.

Vertical Elegance and Detail

Stretching gracefully at 32 inches in height by 7 inches in width, the slender vertical silhouette commands attention without overwhelming your walls. You will discover endless fascination in the microscopic precision of the border work and the expressive features of each celestial figure. The composition flows seamlessly from top to bottom, guiding your eye gracefully along a visual journey of divine proportions.

Cosmic Order and Eternal Devotion

At the pinnacle of the artwork, the supreme embodiment of divine romance sits in eternal harmony, anchored by the ten earthly incarnations of Vishnu below. You connect deeply with the profound Hindu philosophy of cosmic balance, where Dashavatara manifestations descend to vanquish chaos and restore universal order. Every circular medallion tells an ancient story of transformation, courage, and ultimate preservation that resonates across time.

Sacred Placement in Your Sanctuary

Transform a quiet reading nook, an entryway, or a dedicated meditation space into a sanctuary of elevated aesthetic and spiritual reflection. You will love how the narrow profile fits effortlessly into slender architectural spaces between windows or doorways. By hanging this masterpiece in your home, you establish an instant focal point that inspires mindful appreciation in every visitor.

Preserving Your Heirloom

Protect your investment by keeping the artwork away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to maintain the integrity of the natural pigments. You can gently dust the surface with a soft, dry cloth whenever necessary to preserve its luminous visual appeal. With thoughtful placement and minimal care, this remarkable piece will endure as a cherished family heirloom for decades 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.