The gracefulness and feminine nature of the painting is manifest in the beautiful Kalamkari painting. Considered to be a manifest of Durga Raja Rajeswari one of the most popular deities in South India. The Kalamkari painting derives its name from kalam or pen, which is used to trace outlines patterns and images. The Kalamkari technique involves drawing outlines with burnt tamarind twigs dipped in molasses and iron fillings. The vegetables dyes of deep shades are used to create epic and religious scenes. A sober final effect is created with repeating the process of colouring. The unique thing about these painting is that no two panels are similar. Vegetable and mineral pigments are used to create these paintings
The pata painting on the ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu is quite impressive. Such paintings popular in Orissa are marked by brilliant colours and sharp lines. The origin of the Patachitra paintings can be traced back to the 8th century AD and it is considered as one of the earliest forms of indigenous paintings. In this painting, ten different incarnations of the Lord Vishnu has been painted using sharp lines and variegated colours. The Vishnu normally resides in Baikuntha. Whenever there is turmoil on Earth, He descends into this material world to give His personal protection and association to His devotees, to punish the irreligious and to re-establish religion in the world. The Lord has innumerable incarnations and out of them, His most famous ten avataras are Matsya- the fish, Kurma-the tortoise, Varaha-the boar, Narasimha-the man-lion, Vamana-the dwarf brahman, Parasurama-the axe wielder, Rama-the bow wielder, Balarama-the plough wielder, Krishna- the complete Avatara and Kalki, who is yet to come. Indeed a vivid portrayal of the ten forms of Vishnu.
Lord Krishna as a child itself showed his universal power such as overpowering the Kaliya snakes. The beautiful pata painting depicts some of the glorious moments from the life of this god, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. His dance with the gopis, Vishnu’s various incarnations, crossing the river Yamuna all are given a nice depiction with the use of some beautiful colour patterns and outlines.
A rare treatment of colours and outlines in a spectacular manner has given the beautiful Patachitra painting a dazzling appearance. Four women are being beautifully painted who are bargaining for bangles with Lord Krishna. The trees and the backgrounds have also been given a nice treatment in the painting. Lord Krishna is shown here fitting the bangles on the hand of Radha, who is feeling hesitant whether to accept the bangles or not as other gopis are looking at her.
The sparkling image of boating on the river Yamuna by the Lord Krishna along with the female gopis has been beautifully executed in the traditional Patachitra framework. One beautiful lady is driving the boat that too is being nicely executed with some dazzling designs on it. Two other gopis are looking towards Krishna. The painting reveals some greater sense of gracefulness and accomplishment.
The gracefulness of the goddess, the distinct use of colours and lines, all have been painted in a most appreciable manner by the painters from Orissa. The goddess is perched on a lotus and she is holding two elephants on her two hands. Saraswati is the goddess of learning and is revered by the students all over the country. She is also a symbol of music and all the musicians worship her cutting across religious lines. Smart use of variegated colours for different objects has yielded the painting a masterly treatement.
Specification:
- Product Code :494
- Material :Water colors on handmade paper, unframed
- Size :8"H x 6"W
Description:
The marvelous miniature painting is a treat for eyes as a great devotee is grinding puja materials. A sense of obedience and devotion is manifest on his eyes. One of the most popular genres of paintings in India, miniature Paintings are examples of superb and skilled talent exhibited by the Indian artists by doing exemplary painting work on palm leaf. Considering the small size of the palm leaves, the images drawn were comparatively small in size and colored as well. The intricate and detailed work involved in developing a miniature painting is worth great appreciation and value. Such miniature paintings have a long history of glory dated back to as old as the 11th and 12th century. This genre of painting got prominence under the mighty Mughal rulers, who were great patrons of art and painting.
The saint is depicted with the veena and he is chanting holy songs. The background of the house, the scriptures, the saint all have been nicely decorated by the artist. The light yellow colour adds beauty to the painting. A sense of religious fervour is manifest in the painting. Light water colour has been used by the artist.
The five beautiful women are playing with different musical instruments and they are nicely painted in the traditional Batik form. The method of waxing and dewaxing has created a nice effect in the painting and has given a different pattern to the painting. Batik is one of the most popular forms of paintings in India and has been in practice for more than 2000 years.
Simplicity, amazing combination of designs and colour, the sensuality and beauty of the lady are the hallmark of the beautiful painting made on watercolour. The lady is being given an elegant touch and her squatting figure reveals a deep sense of aesthetic beauty and gracefulness. Her sparkling eyes, sensuous breasts, falling hair, the beautiful background of flowers all have made it a real masterpiece. Contrast of colour in the treatment of her dress has given rise to an amazingly beautiful effect in the painting and has made her a real Nayika (heroine).
Goddess Durga killing the demon Mahishasura.The Goddess is shown with ten hands astride a lion with one of Her legs on the Mahishasura.The spear in Her hand is firmly struck on the demon's chest.Ganesha and Lakshmi flank the Goddess on one side and Saraswati and Kartikeya on the other.In Bengal an eastern state of India Durga Puja is the principal festival during Navratri. Every year during the lunar month of Ashwin or Kartik (September-October), Hindus observe ten days of ceremonies, rituals,fasts and feasts in honour of the supreme mother goddess. It begins with the fast of Navratri ( nine nights ) and ends with the festivities of Dusshera or Vijayadashami.
Set out for her daily work, the tribal woman has been beautifully crafted by the sculptor using the traditional dhokra method. Meaning ancient, the dhokra technique ha been practiced by the tribals of Central Indian region and the sculptural method has been helpful to preserve their cultural traits, religious belief for centuries. The figure reflects the tough nature of a tribal life setting in Bastar.
The beautiful figure of the lady has been crafted in the traditional dhokra technique revealing of the tribal sculptural traits. The lady is carrying wood on her head back home. She is coming from the forest little bit of exhausted. Dhokra is an ancient technique of sculpture associated with the tribal populace of Central and Northern India. Crafted in the lost wax technique, the figure reflects the compelling urge of the tribal populace to preserve their cultural heritage in a befitting manner.
Decorate your wall with this vibrant wall hanging with tussle and mirror work.Neatly hand embroidered can be used as a table cloath also. An unique item for gift.
Specification
- Product Code :4253
- Size: 2"h x 1.50"w
- Material: Sterling silver,glass, watercolors
- This beautiful pendant comes packed in a box. Box may not be identical to the one pictured.