Gautama Buddha Madhubani Painting on Handmade Paper

The figure of Gautama Buddha, embodying enlightenment and inner peace, is rendered with characteristic Madhubani stylisation in this striking work. His meditative form is accentuated by the traditional almond eyes and a calm countenance, often surrounded by motifs such as the sacred lotus, symbolising purity and spiritual awakening, integral to both Buddhist iconography and Mithila art. The dense, intricate filling, a hallmark of the bharni style, ensures no space remains empty, creating a vibrant visual field that elevates the serene subject.

This artwork is skillfully created by KARM 108 using natural colours on handmade paper, a medium that honors the tradition's organic roots. Madhubani, or Mithila art, hails from the Mithila region of Bihar, where women historically painted these vivid narratives on freshly plastered mud walls and floors for significant life events like weddings and festivals. From the 1960s, this intricate practice transitioned to paper, enabling wider appreciation. The distinctive visual grammar, including double-line borders, dense thematic filling, stylised almond eyes, and recurring motifs of fish, peacocks, lotuses, sun, moon, and serpents, defines its unique aesthetic, often employing either the bold colour of bharni or the fine line and cross-hatching of kachni styles.

This Madhubani painting is a singular, original creation, reflecting the artist's unique vision, and is not a reproduction or print. Each purchase is accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and originality. We ensure free insured delivery across India, allowing this exceptional piece of art to reach your collection safely and securely.