KARM 108

Divine Shrinathji Darshan Pichwai Painting on Cloth

SKU: PA0185

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Specifications
  • Art formPichwai
  • MediumNatural Color on Cloth
  • Dimensions85 in (H) x 62 in (W)
Description

This extraordinary Pichwai painting offers a Divine Shrinathji Darshan, capturing the revered form of Krishna as a seven-year-old child, central to the Pushtimarg tradition. Shrinathji, with his distinctive dark complexion and raised left arm, appears surrounded by the pastoral serenity of cows, often symbolic of Nanda's cherished herd, and the purity of lotus ponds, all rendered with the meticulous detail characteristic of Nathdwara artistry. This visual representation allows the devotee to experience the sacred act of 'darshan,' a profound communion through sight with the deity, reflecting the rich spiritual narratives depicted behind the Shrinathji idol.

Crafted by a master folk artist, this one-of-a-kind original embodies the centuries-old tradition of Pichwai painting. Originating in Nathdwara, Rajasthan, these devotional cloth hangings were historically created to adorn the sanctum sanctorum, forming a vibrant backdrop for the idol of Shrinathji. The piece is meticulously hand-painted using natural colors on cloth, a testament to time-honored techniques where pigments derived from minerals and plants are expertly applied, often with intricate brushwork, to achieve the depth and richness unique to these sacred artworks.

As a unique original work, this Pichwai painting stands apart from any print or reproduction, representing a singular artistic creation. It ships complete with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and originality. We are pleased to offer free, insured delivery across India, ensuring this precious work of art arrives safely and securely at your cherished space.

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Material & Care

Natural Color on Cloth.

  • 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

The Story

Shrīnāthjī — the Darshan

The lord of Nathdwara stands among lotus ponds and sacred cows, robed for darshan.

The painting · in motion

Lift your eyes: this is darshan — to see, and to be seen by, the divine.
The raised arm

01

The raised arm

Shrinathji stands with his left arm lifted — the child-god who once held Mount Govardhan aloft to shelter his people.

The lotus pond

02

The lotus pond

Peacocks, lotus and still water spread behind the shrine — the eternal spring of Braj.

The sacred herd

03

The sacred herd

Rows of cows border the cloth, the beloved companions of Krishna the cowherd.

The Nathdwara hand

Painted on cloth in the Pichwai tradition of Nathdwara, Rajasthan — a temple hanging made to sit behind the deity during darshan.

Pichwai · Nathdwara, Rajasthan