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Tree Series 141

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Name: Tree Series 141
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB581
Price: 75.00 USD
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	WRB581
	Paata painting from Orissa
	13 inch Height X 13 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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The Living Canopy

Immerse your living space in the ancient rhythm of botanical devotion with a breathtaking visual masterpiece. You will find yourself drawn into a mesmerizing botanical tapestry that celebrates the eternal majesty of sacred flora. Each delicate brushstroke whispers forgotten secrets of nature, transforming any blank wall into a sanctuary of timeless elegance.

Masterful Heritage Craftsmanship

Master artisans from the sun-drenched coastal plains of Orissa pour generations of meticulous skill into every square inch of this magnificent paata painting. You can genuinely appreciate the rigorous traditional methods, where natural mineral pigments merge seamlessly with prepared cloth canvases. The fine-line detailing demands extraordinary patience, reflecting a profound dedication to preserving centuries-old indigenous techniques.

Symmetrical Composition and Scale

Measuring a graceful 13 inches in height by 13 inches in width, the square composition draws your eye effortlessly toward the central arbor. Intricately rendered medallions frame various arboreal species, creating a harmonious balance of intricate patterns and negative space. You will admire how the bold monochrome linework contrasts exquisitely against the warm, aged-patina background.

Mythological Roots in Folk Tradition

Rooted deeply in the revered Pattachitra tradition, the artwork pays homage to the cosmic tree of life bridging earth and heaven. You connect directly with ancient Vedic symbolism, where sacred flora represents eternal renewal, wisdom, and the interconnectedness of all living creation. Owning such a culturally rich artifact allows you to curate a space imbued with historical narrative and spiritual resonance.

Curating Your Sanctuary

Display this exquisite folk painting within a sophisticated study, a serene meditation nook, or an elegant entryway to captivate discerning guests. You can pair the compact composition with minimalist architectural frames to let the dense botanical details command undivided attention. The balanced proportions make it remarkably versatile for both gallery walls and intimate tabletop display easels.

Preserving Ancestral Elegance

Protect your investment by hanging the delicate composition away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to preserve the natural mineral pigments. You only need to dust the surface gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth to maintain its pristine, museum-quality appearance for decades. This enduring treasure promises to reward your careful stewardship with a lifetime of profound visual poetry.

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.