KARM 108

Avatars of Vishnu Painting

SKU: PE22

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Specifications
  • MediumOrissa's Paata Painting
    Artist Rabi Behera
    Water Color on Patti
  • Dimensions42.5 in (H) x 12.0 in (W)
Description

This captivating traditional Indian painting beautifully illustrates the Dasavatara, the ten principal avatars of Vishnu, the preserver deity in the Hindu pantheon. Each incarnation, from Matsya, the fish, to Kalki, the future rider on a white horse, is depicted in a distinct frame along a vertical strip. This portrayal signifies Vishnu's periodic descents to earth to uphold cosmic order and restore dharma, rendered with stylized figures and a vibrant palette that imbues a dynamic energy into this sacred narrative.

Master folk artist Rabi Behera meticulously hand-paints this work in the distinguished tradition of Odisha's Pattachitra. Rendered using watercolors on a specially prepared patti, a canvas traditionally made from treated cloth, the technique involves precise outlines, often followed by vibrant color fills and intricate detailing. This exacting process, passed down through generations, imbues the artwork with both narrative clarity and a distinctive aesthetic, showcasing the artist's dedication to an age-old craft.

As a testament to its unique artistry, this is a one-of-a-kind original painting, not a print or reproduction. It ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and value, and includes complimentary insured delivery across India for peace of mind.

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Material & Care

Orissa's Paata Painting
Artist Rabi Behera
Water Color on Patti.

  • Keep out of direct sunlight to protect the pigments
  • Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
  • Avoid moisture, humidity, water and sprays
  • Frame under UV-protective glass for longevity
  • Handmade — slight irregularities are the artist's signature

Indian Folk Art · India

Avatars of Vishnu Painting

This captivating traditional Indian painting beautifully illustrates the Dasavatara, the ten principal avatars of Vishnu, the preserver deity in the Hindu pantheon.

Every line here was drawn by hand, and carries a story older than memory.
Avatars of Vishnu Painting

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Each incarnation, from Matsya, the fish, to Kalki, the future rider on a white horse, is depicted in a distinct frame along a vertical strip.

The tradition

A hand-painted work in a traditional folk idiom of India.

Indian Folk Art · India