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Tree Series 223

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Name: Tree Series 223
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: WRB772
Price: 75.00 USD
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	WRB772
	Paata painting from Orissa
	32 inch Height X 7 inch Width
	Weight 300 gm

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Sacred Foliage for Your Walls

Transform your living space into a sanctuary of ancient storytelling with a breathtaking vertical canvas that breathes life into any interior. You will discover an arresting visual focal point that effortlessly elevates your home decor with profound heritage. Invite generations of master craftsmanship into your daily routine by adorning your walls with this magnificent botanical masterpiece.

Masterful Artisanal Craftsmanship

Master artisans from Orissa channel centuries of generational knowledge into every single brushstroke of this exquisite paata painting. You will immediately notice the meticulous precision required to prepare the traditional canvas and apply vibrant, natural mineral pigments by hand. Each intricate line and delicate border reflects an uncompromising dedication to preserving authentic techniques that modern machinery simply cannot replicate.

Striking Composition and Scale

Rising gracefully at 32 inches in height while maintaining a slender 7-inch width, the vertical composition commands attention without overwhelming your room. You will appreciate how the elongated format creates a striking architectural presence, perfect for narrow wall spaces or flanking elegant archways. The brilliant interplay of earthy tones and detailed botanical motifs draws your eye upward in a continuous, mesmerizing visual journey.

Ancient Roots in Folk Tradition

Rooted deeply in the venerable Pattachitra tradition, the artwork encapsulates the timeless symbolism of the sacred Tree of Life. You connect with a rich cultural lineage where mythological motifs serve as a bridge between the earthly realm and the divine cosmos. Every circular medallion and blossoming branch tells an enduring story of creation, interconnectedness, and spiritual abundance from eastern India.

Bespoke Placement and Display

Imagine this cultural treasure gracing your entryway to welcome discerning guests with a touch of timeless elegance and historical depth. You can also display it in a quiet study or meditation nook to inspire moments of peaceful contemplation and aesthetic appreciation. The slender proportions ensure it integrates seamlessly into refined urban apartments and expansive traditional estates alike.

Preserving Your Heritage Investment

Protecting the enduring beauty of your investment requires simply keeping it away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to safeguard the natural pigments. You will ensure generations of continued enjoyment by gently dusting the surface with a soft, dry cloth whenever necessary. This heirloom-quality treasure rewards your mindful stewardship by remaining a vibrant conversation piece 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.