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Standing Lord Ganesha with Dashavatara

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Name: Standing Lord Ganesha with Dashavatara
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB805
Price: 75.00 USD
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	WRB805
	Paata painting from Orissa
	32 inch Height X 7 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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Sacred Presence in Your Sanctuary

Transform your living space into a haven of divine grace with a magnificent masterpiece that captures the essence of spiritual devotion. You will instantly feel the serene energy radiating from the revered elephant-headed deity as he presides over your personal sanctuary. Invite timeless elegance and profound mythological depth directly into your home with a creation designed to inspire daily reflection.

Masterful Heritage Craftsmanship

Skilled master artisans from Orissa pour generations of accumulated knowledge into every meticulously etched line of the traditional paata painting. You will appreciate the exceptional dedication required to prepare the specialized canvas and apply natural pigments with astonishing precision. Each delicate stroke reflects a profound commitment to preserving ancient techniques, ensuring you acquire a genuinely authentic work of cultural heritage.

Exquisite Proportions and Visual Harmony

Standing proudly at an impressive 32 inches in height and spanning 7 inches in width, the vertical composition commands immediate attention. You will marvel at how the slender dimensions allow the artwork to fit gracefully on narrow pillar walls or intimate meditation niches. The intricate framing and balanced layout draw your eyes upward, revealing layer upon layer of mesmerizing devotional iconography.

Divine Lineage and Cosmic Symbolism

Encapsulating the supreme remover of obstacles alongside the ten earthly incarnations of Lord Vishnu, the composition bridges multiple tiers of sacred Hindu cosmology. You can trace the detailed depiction of the Dashavatara, where each divine avatar tells an ancient story of cosmic preservation and moral balance. This rich narrative tapestry connects you directly to enduring philosophical traditions that have guided spiritual seekers for millennia.

Designed for Inspired Display

Hang the vertical scroll in your primary living area, quiet study, or dedicated meditation room to create an immediate focal point of architectural beauty. You will find that guests are naturally drawn to the rich storytelling elements and the sophisticated interplay of traditional motifs. By incorporating such a significant artistic expression into your interior design, you establish an atmosphere of refined cultural sophistication.

Preserving Your Heirloom

Protect the delicate organic pigments by positioning the artwork away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to guarantee its longevity for decades. You only need to gently dust the surface with a soft, dry cloth to maintain the pristine clarity of the intricate linework. By treating the traditional canvas with mindful care, you secure a treasured family heirloom that will retain its stunning aesthetic value.

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.