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Tree Series 187

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Name: Tree Series 187
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB717
Price: 75.00 USD
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	WRB717
	Paata painting from Orissa
	32 inch Height X 7 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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Awaken Your Space with Ancient Botany

Transform your living environment into a sanctuary of timeless elegance with a breathtaking botanical masterpiece that captures the eternal rhythm of nature. You will instantly notice how the vertical composition draws the gaze upward, creating a mesmerizing focal point for any sophisticated interior. Invite organic warmth and profound spiritual resonance into your home with a captivating creation that tells a story centuries in the making.

Masterful Hands and Natural Pigments

Master artisans pour generations of inherited wisdom into every meticulous brushstroke, utilizing traditional techniques passed down through ancient lineages. Crafted meticulously as a classical paata painting originating from the sun-drenched artisan villages of Orissa, the artwork relies exclusively on brilliant natural minerals and rich vegetable dyes. You will appreciate the painstaking preparation of the specialized canvas, treated with chalk and tamarind seed gum to achieve a remarkably durable, cloth-like texture.

Harmonious Dimensions and Detailed Composition

Spanning an impressive 32 inches in height while maintaining a slender 7-inch width, the vertical format offers exceptional versatility for narrow wall spaces and architectural niches. The brilliant composition features a series of intricately detailed arboreal motifs encased in medallions, framed by ornate geometric borders rendered in soothing pastels and vibrant jewel tones. You will marvel at the microscopic precision of the linework, where every single leaf and floral flourish reveals the staggering dedication of the creator.

Roots in Mythological Tradition

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Eastern India, where sacred folk painting serves as both visual storytelling and meditative ritual. The botanical motifs represent the legendary cosmic axis, symbolizing eternal creation, interconnected life forces, and the unbroken cycle of growth. Owning such a culturally significant artifact connects you directly to the vibrant heritage of ancient temple towns and rural master painters.

The Perfect Architectural Accent

Hang the vertical scroll proudly in your private study, entryway, or meditation room to establish an atmosphere of serene contemplation and refined taste. The slender proportions make it an ideal companion for awkward pillars, tight hallway spaces, or paired symmetrically beside grand doorways. You will find that guests are naturally drawn to examine the intricate details up close, sparking conversations about global art and heritage.

Preserving Your Heirloom

Protect the vibrant natural pigments by mounting the artwork away from direct, harsh sunlight and excessive moisture to ensure its radiant colors endure for decades. Gently dust the surface occasionally with a soft, dry cloth to maintain the pristine condition of the delicate handmade canvas. You are investing in a durable heirloom piece that will retain its profound aesthetic and cultural value for generations to come.

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.