{"product_id":"birds-on-tree-madhubani-painting-on-handmade-paper","title":"Birds on Tree Madhubani Painting on Handmade Paper","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis captivating Madhubani painting, 'Birds on Tree', beautifully illustrates the deep reverence for nature inherent in the Mithila tradition. Within Madhubani art, motifs from the natural world, such as birds, trees, the sun, and the moon, are not merely decorative elements but profound symbols reflecting the artists’ symbiotic relationship with their environment. Here, the avian subjects are rendered with the characteristic stylisation, likely featuring the distinct almond-shaped eyes if their faces are visible, while the tree itself would exhibit the intricate patterns and dense filling that define this unique visual language, leaving no space unadorned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Ashutosh Jha, an artist bringing this vibrant tradition to Delhi, this piece is painted on handmade paper, a medium adopted by Madhubani artists since the 1960s, allowing the art form to transition from its original canvases. Historically, Madhubani or Mithila painting was the domain of women in the Mithila region of Bihar, who adorned the freshly plastered mud walls and floors of their homes for significant life events and festivals. The distinctive aesthetic relies on double-line borders, a meticulous filling of forms, and a rich repertoire of stylised motifs, with key styles like *bharni* employing bold colour fills and *kachni* favouring fine line work and cross-hatching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 'Birds on Tree' painting is a one-of-a-kind original work, not a mass-produced print, ensuring its unique artistic value. It comes accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity, confirming its provenance and originality. We are pleased to offer complimentary insured delivery for this exquisite piece across India.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ashutosh Jha - Delhi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48427401773314,"sku":"DDG358","price":1470.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/7230\/5922\/files\/ddg358.webp?v=1788352987","url":"https:\/\/karm108.com\/products\/birds-on-tree-madhubani-painting-on-handmade-paper","provider":"Karm 108","version":"1.0","type":"link"}