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Tree Series 197

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Name: Tree Series 197
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB731
Price: 75.00 USD
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	WRB731
	Paata painting from Orissa
	32 inch Height X 7 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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Awaken Your Walls With Ancient Botanicals

Immerse your living space in the mesmerizing rhythm of timeless folk traditions through a vertical masterpiece that commands attention. You will instantly notice how the sophisticated botanical composition breathes serene elegance into any thoughtfully curated room.

Masterful Artisanal Heritage

Crafted by master hands in the sun-drenched studios of Orissa, this traditional paata painting honors centuries of inherited skill. You will appreciate the meticulous preparation of the canvas, where natural mineral pigments blend seamlessly with organic binders to achieve breathtaking vibrancy. Every deliberate brushstroke reflects an uncompromising dedication to indigenous folk aesthetics and generational artistry.

Striking Vertical Composition

Spanning a gracious 32 inches in height by a slender 7 inches in width, the vertical format creates an arresting visual focal point for narrow walls. You will find yourself captivated by the intricate borders framing cascading arboreal motifs that draw the gaze upward with poetic grace. The rich earthy palette provides a sophisticated warmth that effortlessly complements both modern and classic interior schemes.

Roots in Sacred Symbolism

Deeply embedded in Eastern iconography, the revered Tree of Life motif represents eternal growth, resilience, and the interconnectedness of all living realms. You connect with a rich heritage where ancient artisans channeled spiritual devotion into narrative scrolls meant to educate and inspire communities. Owning such a culturally resonant creation allows you to bring a meaningful narrative of cosmic harmony directly into your personal sanctuary.

An Exquisite Gallery Accent

Transform an intimate reading nook, an elegant entryway, or a sophisticated study by mounting this vertical scroll as a striking standalone statement. You can also pair it symmetrically beside a doorway or architectural pillar to maximize its dramatic architectural impact. Your guests will naturally gravitate toward the mesmerizing details, sparking captivating conversations about global art and heritage.

Preserving Timeless Elegance

Protect your cherished investment by framing it behind UV-protective glass and displaying it away from direct, harsh sunlight. You will ensure generations of visual delight by simply dusting the frame gently with a soft, dry cloth as needed. This enduring heirloom rewards your mindful stewardship by maintaining its striking chromatic brilliance for decades 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.