KARM 108

Fluting Radha Krishna Pattachitra Painting on Canvas

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Specifications
  • Art formPattachitra
  • MediumWatercolor on Handmade Canvas
  • Dimensions18 in (H) x 12 in (W)
Description

This exquisite Pattachitra painting portrays the timeless and sacred union of Fluting Radha Krishna, a central theme in Vaishnava devotional art. Krishna, the divine flutist, with his enchanting melodies, symbolises the call of the divine, while Radha embodies the pinnacle of selfless love and spiritual devotion, representing the individual soul's profound yearning for the Absolute. Here, their figures are rendered with the characteristic grace and vibrant colour palette of Pattachitra, their forms adorned with traditional jewellery and flowing garments, inviting a contemplative experience of divine love.

Crafted by a master folk artist from Odisha, this artwork exemplifies the meticulous technique of Pattachitra, a centuries-old cloth-based scroll painting tradition rooted in Puri and the artisan village of Raghurajpur. The handmade canvas is painstakingly prepared by layering tamarind glue and chalk, creating a smooth, durable surface for painting. Natural mineral and vegetable colours are then applied, defined by strong, confident outlines, and framed by the ornate floral borders quintessential to this art form. This medium, watercolor on prepared canvas, ensures a rich depth of colour and lasting vibrancy.

As a one-of-a-kind original work, this Pattachitra is not a print, but a unique testament to a living art tradition. It comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and originality. We ensure free, insured delivery across India, allowing this piece of cultural heritage to reach your collection safely and securely.

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Material & Care

Watercolor on Handmade Canvas.

  • 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

Fluting Radha Krishna Pattachitra Painting on Canvas

This exquisite Pattachitra painting portrays the timeless and sacred union of Fluting Radha Krishna, a central theme in Vaishnava devotional art.

Not a breath of space left unloved — this is Pattachitra.
Fluting Radha Krishna Pattachitra Painting on Canvas

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Krishna, the divine flutist, with his enchanting melodies, symbolises the call of the divine, while Radha embodies the pinnacle of selfless love and spiritual devotion, representing the individual soul's profound yearning for the Absolute.

Fluting Radha Krishna Pattachitra Painting on Canvas

02

Here, their figures are rendered with the characteristic grace and vibrant colour palette of Pattachitra, their forms adorned with traditional jewellery and flowing garments, inviting a contemplative experience of divine love.Crafted by a master folk artist from Odisha, this artwork exemplifies the meticulous technique of Pattachitra, a centuries-old cloth-based scroll painting tradition rooted in Puri and the artisan village of Raghurajpur.

Fluting Radha Krishna Pattachitra Painting on Canvas

03

The handmade canvas is painstakingly prepared by layering tamarind glue and chalk, creating a smooth, durable surface for painting.

The tradition

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

Pattachitra · Puri, Odisha