Ganesha Madhubani Painting on Handmade Paper

Lord Ganesha, the revered remover of obstacles and harbinger of auspicious beginnings, is beautifully rendered in this Madhubani painting. Son of Shiva and Parvati, Ganesha is traditionally invoked at the outset of any new endeavor, symbolising wisdom and success. Here, his iconic form is imbued with the distinctive visual language of Mithila art, featuring the characteristic stylized almond eyes and intricate double-line borders that define the tradition. The composition employs the dense, all-over filling technique, ensuring no space remains empty, a hallmark of Madhubani’s aesthetic richness.

This unique work on handmade paper is by Ashutosh Jha, an artist working in Delhi. Madhubani, also known as Mithila art, originates from the Mithila region of Bihar, where it was traditionally practiced by women. These vibrant narrative paintings once adorned freshly plastered mud walls and floors for significant events like weddings and festivals, telling stories and invoking blessings. Since the 1960s, artists have adapted this rich tradition to paper, preserving its intricate visual vocabulary. This includes characteristic motifs of fish, peacocks, lotus, sun, moon, and serpents, rendered with either the bold colour fill of bharni style or the fine line and cross-hatching of kachni.

As a one-of-a-kind original, this painting is not a print, ensuring its unique place in any collection. It ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, attesting to its authenticity and handcrafted origin. We offer free insured delivery across India, bringing this exquisite piece of Indian folk art directly to your home.