The beautiful painting of Lord Shiva, one of the Trinity, the other two being Lord Brahma and Vishnu, is given a refine and spectacular treatment in the traditional Batik style. Lord Shiva, as the Nataraj, represents the rhythmic motion of life. He is considered the Master of all the 64 forms of dance mudras. The painting in variegated colours is full of life and enthusiasm.
It is believed that on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivaratri, Shiva performs the ecstatic dance of realization (Nataraja). The dance symbolises the thrill of god-realisation. Beyond the realms of the waking, dream and deep-sleep states of consciousness. Beyond the ' experiences of the body and its perceptions, the mind and its feelings, the intellect and its thoughts lies the bliss of Godhood. Shiva reaches this state of Godhood and dances with the intoxication of supreme bliss.
The beautiful painting summarizes the Hindu epic Ramayana in a most beautiful manner. The Kalamkari painting depicts a number of important scenes from the epic that describes the story of Lord Ramchandra, his going to exile with His wife Seeta and brother Lakshmana. Seeta was abducted by demon king Ravana and ultimately Lord Ramchandra with the help of Hanuman rescued Seeta from the clutches of Ravana. Hanuman is a great devotee of Lord Ramchandra and he played a key role in rescuing Seeta. Ravana met his death at the hands of Lord Ramchandra and the epic signifies the triumph of good over bad.
The spectacular Kalamkari painting depicts an epochal moment in Hindu mythology with lot of grace and devotion. There is a long anecdote behind the Samudra Manthan. Indra, the king of the Devas, one day met the great sage Durvasa who in turn gave Indra a special garland. Indra put it on the trunk of the elephant. Irritated by the smell of the garland, the elephant threw the garland on the ground. The garland was a dwelling of Sri (fortune) and Indra’s action enraged the sage. He cursed that Indra and all devas will be deprived of all strength, energy, and fortune. As ill luck would have it, the Devas were beaten in many battles by the demons led by king Bali. Devas finally approached Lord Vishnu who asked them to form an alliance with the demons to jointly churn the ocean for the nectar of immortality. According to a deal, both the demons and the Devas will share the nectar of immortality. However, Lord Vishnu told the Devas that he would arrange that they alone obtain the nectar. The churning of the Ocean of Milk was an elaborate process. Mount Mandarachala was used as the churning rod, and Vasuki, the king of serpents, became the churning rope. The demons held the head of the snake, while devas agreed to hold its tail as per instructions from Lord Vishnu. As a result the demons were poisoned by fumes emitted by Vasuki. Despite this, the devas and demons pulled back and forth on the snake's body alternately, causing the mountain to rotate, which in turn churned the ocean. However, once the mountain was placed on the ocean, it began to sink. Vishnu in his second incarnation as Kurma, came to their rescue and supported the mountain on his back. During the Samudra Manthan by the gods and demons, one of the product emerged from the churning was a dangerous poison. This terrified the gods and demons because the poison was so toxic that it might have destroyed all of creation. The devas approached Shiva for help and protection. Out of compassion for living beings, Shiva swallowed the poison in an act of self-sacrifice. However, his consort Parvati who was looking on, terrified at the thought of his impending death, prevented the poison from descending into his body. Thus the poison was stuck in Shiva's throat with nowhere to go, and it was so potent that it changed the color of Shiva's neck to blue. For this reason, he is also called Nilakanta (the blue-throated one; "neela" = "blue", "kantha" = "throat" in Sanskrit). When the heat from the poison had become unbearable Shiva is supposed to have used his trishul to dig for water forming the Gosaikunda lake.
The beautiful Kalamkari painting of the Goddess of Learning is given a dignified and refine treatment with some sharp lines and pattern of colour. Seated on a swan, Her vehicle, the Goddess is painted playing Her veena. A deep sense of sensuality and feminine gesture is manifest on Her face. One of the most-worshipped goddesses in Hinduism, the Goddess is widely worshipped by the students and musicians alike.
The yogic form of Lord Shiva is being given a refine treatment and his body is being detailed out in a royal manner. Painted in a meditative posture, the method of waxing and then dewaxing has given rise to a special effect in the painting. A mature understanding of colour and pattern is evident in the beautiful painting as the artist has made use of a detail pattern of colour.
The beautiful Madhubani painting depicts the immortal love between Krishna and Radha. The black and white painting depicts the simplicity of the people of Mithila. Madhubani painting has been done traditionally by the women of villages around the present town of Madhubani (the literal meaning of which is forests of honey) and other areas of Mithila. The painting was traditionally done on freshly plastered mud wall of huts, but now it is also done on cloth, hand-made paper and canvas.
In this spectacular Madhubani painting, the Sun is painted sparkling red. The Sun is painted at the centre and is surrounded by minor creatures. The painting shows the centrality of the sun god to the lives of the Mithila people. The painting shows the religious beliefs of the simple people of Mithila for who the sun is the ultimate source of all energy and the Sun is held in high esteem and is worshipped with devotion.
Specification
- Product Code :1250
- Material :Cotton Cloth
- Size :22"wx20"h
Description
The spectacular Batik style of painting depicts the sun in a most prolific manner. Purely natural dyes are used in this beautiful painting. The method of waxing, dying and then carefully dewaxing gives rise to a special effect on the painting. Though the motifs in Batik style of painting are quite simple, a Batik artist needs to have a specific knowledge about colour gradations and patterns.
The spectacular Batik painting depicts the heavenly nymph oozing a deep sense of heavenly beauty and gorgeous attraction. Batik is one of the most popular genres of art in India. This genre of painting celebrates the glory of colour and gaiety. Batik paintings are mostly centered on West Bengal, Orissa and Tamil Nadu in India and are known for their originality, uniqueness and finesse. Batik is the art of creating images on the cotton cloth using wax resist method. This kind of painting style involves three rigorous phases: waxing, dying and dewaxing and the method of waxing and again dewaxing gives a spectacular effect on the painting.
Two big trees are in full bloom and the painting celebrates the rich glory of traditional Madhubani style of drawing painting using natural colours on handmade cloths or cotton. Natural colours and drwings are nicely used here to create a resplendent effect. Madhubani is basically tribal art which are marked by the application of strong earthly colours. Madhubani paintings are done with mineral pigments prepared by the artists. The work is done on freshly plastered or a mud wall. But nowadays, to meet the growing commercial demand, such paintings are also done on paper, cloth and canvas.
In this spectacular Batik painting, the Bharatnatym dancer is given an aesthetic and erotic touch in Batik technique. The dancer is wearing colourful dress and ornaments. One of the most popular genres of paintings, in Batik technique of painting, certain parts of the cloth are covered with a dye resistant substance like wax to stop them from absorbing the dyes and thereby they give shape to specific patterns. As these patterns are drawn on the clothes and are not weaved, the painter or artist has more room for to express his creativity. Such paintings last longer .
The beautiful Batik painting of the Bharatnatyam Dance Performer is given a sensual touch. A feminine beauty and simplicity is marked in the painting that celebrates the glory of the ancient Batik tradition in a most befitting manner. Her dancing mode, pose and grandeur – all makes the painting a must buy for the art lovers.
The spectacular Patachitra painting depicts a composite form of Shri Rama, Lord Krishna and Chaitanya in a most elegant manner. These three are very popular gods in Hinduism and ther are held in high esteem. Patachitra is a popular genre of ethnic painting in Orissa and was born out of the cult of God Jagannath, the presiding deity of Orissa temple. Spectacular pictorial conceptions, characteristic conventions and vibrant color patterns make the Patachitra a unique treasure in the rich coffer of Indian ethnic art. Primarily executed on cloth, using natural colors, these ethnic paintings have charmed admirers across the globe.
One of the most colourful festivals celebrated by the Bengalees, the artists of Bengal have given Durga Puja a vivrant treatment. Patachitra paintings are one of the most beautiful folk paintings in India and the treatment of vibrant colour and strong lines are the defining features of this form of panting. The painting has depicted the all-powerful Durga killing the demon Mahisasur. The people regaling the spirit of the Puja have also found a colourful treatment in the painting. Indeed a collector’s rare choice. While the puja embodies the spirit of the victory of the good over the evil, it also reminds about the power of the Goddess Durga who was born out of the collective power of all the gods.
A smart application of patterns and colours has made the beautiful Batik painting of the young Gujarati couple a real treat for the art connoisseurs. The couple dressed in traditional Gujarati drapery are standing and a sense of confidence and gracefulness is amnifest in their eyes. They are wearing red and white clothes whereas the male is holding a stick on his hand. Batik is one of the ancient forms of paintings in India and it is a kind of wax painting on cotton fabric. The method of dewaxing gives rise to special effect in the painting.
Specification
- Product Code :9886
- Material :Water colors on paper, signed by artist
- Size :14" H x 10" W
- Weight :30 gm. Approx.
Description
A sense of sensuality and gracefulness is manifest in the beautiful Batik painting in which the village lady is holding an earthen pot on her head. Her green, black and white lehenga (women dress) and the cholie (upper garment) add some sparks to the beautiful painting. Her dress is nicely decorated and even the earthen pot is decorated with some beautiful designs. Batik prints of West Bengal, Orissa and Tamil Nadu are known for their originality, uniqueness and fineness. Batik is the art of creating images on the cotton cloth using wax resist method.