Surya Devta

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Name: Surya Devta
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SKU: DB33
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	Madhubani Painting on Hand Made Paper
	11" x 15"

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Delve into the vibrant world of Mithila art with this captivating piece. Meticulously hand-painted on handmade paper, this artwork brings the traditional Madhubani style to life, offering a window into ancient Indian folklore and spiritual beliefs.

About Madhubani Art

Madhubani art, also known as Mithila painting, originates from the Mithila region of Bihar, India. Historically, these intricate paintings adorned the walls of homes, particularly during auspicious occasions like weddings and festivals. Passed down through generations of women, the art form served not only as decoration, but also as a means of preserving cultural narratives and conveying societal values. The vibrant colors, bold lines, and symbolic motifs of Madhubani art tell stories of gods and goddesses, nature, and daily life. Originally created using natural dyes derived from plants, flowers, and minerals, modern Madhubani paintings continue to capture the essence of this rich artistic heritage. The paintings are created by the artists using their fingers, twigs, brushes, nib-pens, and matchsticks. These eye-catching paintings are created using geometric patterns, and symbolical patterns.

Invocation of the Sun God

This particular painting features a depiction of Surya, the Sun God, a central figure in Hindu mythology. Surya Devta, as he is also known, is revered as the source of all energy, life, and light in the universe. He rides his chariot across the sky, pulled by seven horses that represent the seven colors of the rainbow or the seven days of the week. He is worshipped for health, prosperity, and vitality. In Hindu mythology, Surya is the son of Aditi and Sage Kashyapa. He is often depicted with a radiant halo and is considered a powerful and benevolent deity. Surya's importance is further emphasized in various Hindu scriptures like the Rigveda and the Puranas, where hymns and stories are dedicated to his glory. Worshipping Surya is believed to bestow blessings of good health, strength, and success. The presence of Surya in Madhubani art reinforces the art form's spiritual roots, connecting the viewer to ancient traditions and beliefs. The surrounding details likely depict elements of nature and auspicious symbols that enhance the overall significance of the artwork.

A Unique Piece of Heritage

This Madhubani painting, measuring 11" x 15", is a unique and authentic representation of a living tradition. Its creation on handmade paper adds to its rustic charm and reinforces the connection to the natural world. This painting offers a glimpse into a world of vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and profound symbolism, making it a valuable addition to any art collection and a meaningful way to connect with Indian culture. Frame it and display prominently to infuse your space with warmth, positive energy, and a touch of the divine.

Colors of Tradition: Exploring the Artistry Behind Madhubani Paintings

Madhubani painting is also known as Mithila art as it is practiced in the Mithila region of India and Nepal. It has specifically originated from the Madhubani district of the state of Bihar. Traditionally, the women of this region created these paintings and in recent years, it has become a widely practiced art and has now become renowned throughout the world. This art expresses the creativity and culture of the people of Mithila and is passed from one generation to another. In this way, the heritage of Madhubani art has been preserved for many decades. The subjects of these paintings are usually religion, love, and fertility. Sometimes, social events like festivals, weddings, and royal court are also depicted in the paintings. The most commonly painted designs and themes are the forms of Hindu Gods and Goddesses such as Ganesha, Shiva, Saraswati, Lakshmi, Krishna, and Ram. The characteristic features of Madhubani paintings are their vibrant colors and eye-catching geometrical patterns. The empty spaces are filled with traditional motifs such as floral and foliate patterns, animals, birds, geometrical structures, and other designs. The local artists create these paintings using a variety of items such as matchsticks, twigs, brushes, pens, or even their own fingers. The paints are usually made with natural dyes and pigments.
As simple as it may seem, the making process of the world-famous Madhubani paintings is certainly not easy and requires lots of hard labor.

Traditional Madhubani paintings are done either on cloth, handmade paper, or canvas. Select the medium of painting as per your choice. If you have chosen cloth, attach it to cardboard to make a solid base. The making of the painting begins with making a double-lined border. This is a very important step because the border is filled with various geographical shapes and patterns or other motifs. The average width of the border is 1.5 - 2 cm. Now that the border is created, you will be left with a blank middle space. This is the main workspace. Start drawing your choice of figure, designs, and shapes. These must be relevant to the Madhubani painting themes.

When the key design has been made, the empty spaces in between are filled with some designs.
Now is the time to color the painting using vivid shades and hues. Colors in Madhubani are sourced from nature; Indigo is used to produce blue, flower juice produces red, turmeric gives yellow, leaves produce green, cow dung mixed soot gives black, and rice powder gives white.

To paint these colors, the artist uses a bamboo stick and wraps cotton around it. This acts as a traditional brush.
The entire painting is now painted using this special brush with natural vibrant colors. · However, in modern times, the common brush is used and instead of natural colors, artists prefer to use acrylic paints.

Since the entire painting is made with natural materials and colors, it appears simple yet enriching. Originally, this art was created on mud walls or soil grounds but when it evolved over many years, the people of Madhubani started to make it on fabric and paper. Today, this art has become globalized and is receiving worldwide attention and appreciation.

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