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Tree Series 205

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Name: Tree Series 205
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB745
Price: 75.00 USD
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	WRB745
	Paata painting from Orissa
	32 inch Height X 7 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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The Eternal Canopy

Transform your living space with a breathtaking vertical canvas that celebrates the timeless mythology of creation and sustenance. You will immediately notice how the sacred symbolism breathes vitality and profound philosophical depth into your carefully curated interior. Invite this masterwork into your home to establish a serene focal point that continually inspires quiet contemplation.

Masterful Heritage Craftsmanship

Skilled artisans pour generations of ancestral knowledge into creating every single square inch of the traditional paata painting from Orissa. You will appreciate the meticulous hand-prepared canvas and rich natural pigments that lend an authentic, earthy warmth to the composition. Each delicate brushstroke reflects a deep dedication to preserving ancient indigenous techniques without compromise.

Graceful Vertical Proportions

Stretching across an elegant thirty-two inch height by seven inch width, the slender vertical orientation maximizes narrow architectural spaces with effortless sophistication. You will admire the intricate botanical motifs and rhythmic circular patterns that draw the eye upward in a continuous visual journey. The balanced composition harmonizes organic fluidity with precise geometric borders to elevate any surrounding decor.

Sacred Roots of Antiquity

Rooted in the ancient temple towns of eastern India, the revered pattachitra folk tradition channels centuries of mythological storytelling through highly stylized visual art. You connect directly with a rich cultural lineage symbolizing the interconnectedness of all living things beneath a universal canopy. Every symbolic leaf and branch echoes ancient philosophical tenets regarding eternal renewal and cosmic balance.

Sophisticated Interior Integration

Hang this striking vertical masterpiece in a refined entryway, a quiet reading nook, or beside a tall window to catch flattering natural light. You will find that its elongated silhouette complements minimalist architectural pillars and rich wood paneling with equal grace. It serves as an exquisite conversation starter that anchors your room with understated cultural prestige.

Preserving Your Heirloom

Protect the natural pigments by mounting the artwork away from direct, harsh sunlight and maintaining moderate indoor humidity levels. You can easily keep the surface pristine by gently dusting it with a soft, dry cloth whenever necessary. Cherish this enduring cultural treasure as a generational investment that will retain its mesmerizing aesthetic appeal for decades.

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.