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Tree Series 140

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Name: Tree Series 140
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB580
Price: 205.00 USD
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	WRB580
	Paata painting from Orissa
	13 inch Height X 13 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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An Invitation to Botanical Elegance

Immerse your living space in the rich, earthy warmth of a traditional masterpiece designed to command quiet admiration. You will instantly notice how the sophisticated symmetry and organic motifs elevate any gallery wall or meditative study. Bring home a profound expression of heritage that transforms your interior design into a sanctuary of cultured taste.

Masterful Hands and Timeless Technique

Crafted by master artisans in the coastal workshops of Eastern India, this exquisite paata painting from Orissa embodies centuries of dedicated craftsmanship. Every fine line is painstakingly etched by hand using natural minerals and vegetable pigments on a prepared canvas base. You will deeply appreciate the meticulous brushwork and the profound devotion poured into creating such an intricate work of folk art.

Harmonious Composition and Scale

Measuring a perfect 13 inches in height by 13 inches in width, the compact square composition draws your eye effortlessly toward its mesmerizing botanical center. The balanced arrangement showcases delicate botanical vignettes framed by ornate scrollwork that highlights the extraordinary dexterity of the painter. You can easily visualize how the monochromatic palette and subtle golden undertones add sophisticated depth without overwhelming your existing decor.

Roots in Ancient Folklore

Rooted in the ancient Pattachitra tradition, the artwork honors the sacred connection between humanity and nature prevalent in regional folklore and Hindu mythology. Each stylized arboreal representation symbolizes life, renewal, and the cosmic order revered in eastern temple towns. You are acquiring more than mere decoration; you are holding a treasured fragment of a living artistic lineage.

Curating Your Personal Sanctuary

Hang the composition in a quiet reading nook, above a minimalist entryway console, or within a sophisticated executive office to inspire daily contemplation. The balanced square footprint allows for striking standalone placement or effortless integration into a larger gallery wall arrangement. You will find that guests are naturally drawn to examine the fine details up close, sparking conversations about global art and heritage.

Preserving Your Heirloom

Protect your investment by displaying the painting away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to preserve the vibrancy of the natural earth pigments. A gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth is all that is required to maintain the pristine condition of the delicate surface for generations. You can rest assured that proper care will ensure this remarkable cultural artifact remains a cherished family heirloom.

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.