KARM 108

Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha Seated on Drum Pattachitra Painting on Cloth by Rabi Behera

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Specifications
  • ArtistRabi Behera, Puri
  • MediumPaata painting from Orissa
    ARTIST:RABI BEHERA
  • Dimensions10 in (H) x 8 in (W)
Description

This exquisite Pattachitra painting from Orissa presents Lord Ganesha in his Chaturbhuja form, the benevolent elephant-headed deity revered as the remover of obstacles, the god of wisdom, and the patron of new beginnings. Rendered with the vibrant palette and distinctive linear precision characteristic of the style, Ganesha is majestically seated upon a traditional drum, a unique compositional choice that imbues the scene with an added sense of rhythm and auspiciousness. His four arms symbolically hold attributes representing his divine powers.

Handcrafted by the skilled artist Rabi Behera from Puri, a renowned centre for this ancient art form, this piece exemplifies the meticulous artistry of Pattachitra. The medium involves painting on specially prepared cloth, known as 'patta,' using natural mineral and vegetable colours that lend the artwork its enduring brilliance. The visible technique showcases the artist's masterful control of fine brushwork, precise outlines, and the characteristic flat application of colour, passed down through generations.

This is a one of a kind original painting, not a reproduction print, offering a direct connection to a living artistic tradition. It ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and singularity. Enjoy free insured delivery anywhere across India.

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Material & Care

Paata painting from Orissa
ARTIST:RABI BEHERA.

  • 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

Pattachitra · Puri, Odisha

Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha Seated on Drum Pattachitra Painting on Cloth by Rabi Behera

This exquisite Pattachitra painting from Orissa presents Lord Ganesha in his Chaturbhuja form, the benevolent elephant-headed deity revered as the remover of obstacles, the god of wisdom, and the patron of new beginnings.

Not a breath of space left unloved — this is Pattachitra.
Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha Seated on Drum Pattachitra Painting on Cloth by Rabi Behera

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Rendered with the vibrant palette and distinctive linear precision characteristic of the style, Ganesha is majestically seated upon a traditional drum, a unique compositional choice that imbues the scene with an added sense of rhythm and auspiciousness.

Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha Seated on Drum Pattachitra Painting on Cloth by Rabi Behera

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His four arms symbolically hold attributes representing his divine powers.Handcrafted by the skilled artist Rabi Behera from Puri, a renowned centre for this ancient art form, this piece exemplifies the meticulous artistry of Pattachitra.

Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha Seated on Drum Pattachitra Painting on Cloth by Rabi Behera

03

The medium involves painting on specially prepared cloth, known as 'patta,' using natural mineral and vegetable colours that lend the artwork its enduring brilliance.

The tradition

Painted on treated patti cloth in the temple town of Puri, Odisha, in natural stone and shell colours.

Pattachitra · Puri, Odisha