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Satyanarayan Katha Tanjore Painting

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Name: Satyanarayan Katha Tanjore Painting
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WSC797
Price: 780.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$897

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The embodiment of eternal truth, Lord Satyanrayana’s katha and puja is said to turn away all the miseries and overcome the sorrows - an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, who’s the preserver of the universe, he rewards those who revere him with utmost faith, sincerity, and devotion. In this gorgeous Tanjore artwork, made with natural colors and gold work - the devotees perform rituals and make offerings at the Lord's feet, seeking his blessings and universal happiness.

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Specifications

	WSC797
	Artist Marimuthu Uthrapathi
	Natural Color with Gold Work
	24.00 inch Height X 18.00 inch Width

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Divine Grace for Your Sacred Spaces

Immerse your living environment in the celestial serenity of a revered traditional masterpiece, designed to transform any interior into a sanctuary of peace. You will instantly notice how the luminous composition draws the eye, radiating warmth and auspicious energy throughout your home. Inviting such timeless devotion into your daily routine offers a daily anchor for meditation, reflection, and spiritual grounding.

Masterful Artisanal Heritage

Crafted by skilled master artisans in Southern India, each masterpiece comes to life through meticulous hand-application of brilliant natural colors and genuine gold work. You will appreciate the laborious embossing technique, where skilled hands layer intricate gesso work to create a magnificent, three-dimensional relief effect. The rich pigments are derived from minerals and vegetables, ensuring the artwork retains its mesmerizing vibrancy and authentic depth across generations.

Exquisite Visual Dimensions

Measuring a commanding 24.00 inches in height by 18.00 inches in width, the vertical expanse commands attention while remaining perfectly proportioned for intimate residential settings. You will marvel at the glittering gold foil accents that catch the ambient light, highlighting the elaborate ornamentation of divine garments and architectural arches. The harmonious balance of deep jewel tones and shimmering metallic highlights creates a breathtaking visual cadence that rewards close, appreciative inspection.

A Tapestry of Sacred Lore

Rooted in the rich cultural soil of Maratha-era Thanjavur, the classical iconography visualizes the auspicious narrative of divine benevolence, righteousness, and eternal grace. You connect deeply with the ancient artistic movement that sought to materialize the transcendental beauty of Hindu deities through opulent materials and rigid canonical proportions. Every symbolic gesture and attending figure within the composition tells a profound story of faith, surrender, and spiritual awakening.

Elevating Your Interior Sanctuary

Position this radiant heritage piece above a meditation altar, in a refined entryway, or as the majestic focal point of your formal living room. You will find that it pairs effortlessly with both traditional dark wood furnishings and minimalist modern decor, adding an undeniable touch of regal sophistication. Guests will naturally gravitate toward the luminous golden details, sparking enriching conversations about art, history, and spiritual devotion.

Preserving Eternal Elegance

Protecting your investment requires simple, mindful care, such as keeping the artwork away from direct, harsh sunlight and excessive moisture. You can easily maintain the brilliant gold foil and natural pigments by dusting the surface gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth. Handled with reverence, this heirloom-quality creation will continue to bless your family lineage as a cherished symbol of art and devotion.

Gilded Elegance: Unraveling the Artistry of Tanjore Paintings

Tanjore painting is a traditional form of art in the South Indian style and was started by the inhabitants of a small town known as Thanjavur of Tamil Nadu. This gives it another name called “Thanjavur painting”. This painting draws its figures, designs, and inspiration from the time when Vedic culture was prevalent in India. Certain remarkable features of a Tanjore painting distinguish it from other paintings. Some of these are pure gold or gold foil coating on gesso work, the use of rich and vivid colors, and the inlay of cut-glass or semi-precious and precious stones. The subjects of most of the Tanjore paintings are Hindu Gods, Goddesses, and saints. The main devotional figure is portrayed in the central portion of the painting and is usually surrounded by various secondary figures.

The process of making a Tanjore painting

The classic Tanjore paintings are done on wooden planks and hence are also referred to as Palagai Padam in South India (Palagai = Wooden plank, Padam = Picture). Creating a masterpiece is never an easy task but the skilled artists of Thanjavur have been following the tradition of making timeless Tanjore paintings for decades.

The making process begins with preparing the wooden board or canvas. The size of the board depends upon the choice of the patron. The next step is to paste cardboard over the wooden board and then a cotton fabric is stretched and pasted upon it using Arabic gum.

Now that the cloth is attached to the wooden panel, a rough sketch of the motifs and figure is drawn onto the fabric. After this, a paste of chalk powder and water-soluble adhesive is evenly applied over the base and smoothed.

Thereafter, the outlines which were made or traced using a stencil are now ready to be beautified and decked with various add-ons. The usual materials for decoration are cut-glass, pearls, semi-precious and precious gems, gold leaf, and laces. 22 or 18 Karat Gold leaves and gems of varied hues are especially inlaid in areas like pillars, arches, walls, thrones, and dresses. In the final step, the rest of the painting is filled with rich and striking colors such as shades of red, blue, and green. Formerly, the artists used natural colors like vegetable and mineral dyes instead of chemical paints. The entire painting is then cleaned and refined to give a flawless finished look.

Since the making of a single piece of Tanjore painting requires a complex and elaborate process, the artists usually take at least one or two months to complete it. The use of pure gold foil and gems for beautification is a characteristic of an authentic Tanjore painting. Due to this, Tanjore paintings last for generations without getting tarnished and are much more expensive than general paintings. Though the art form has undergone various changes and technique modifications over the years, it continues to attract the hearts of art lovers.

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