{"product_id":"krishna-story-of-patachitra-natural-colors-on-canvas-by-sachikant","title":"Krishna Story of Patachitra Pattachitra Painting on Canvas","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Pattachitra work by Sachikant captures a vibrant \"Krishna Story,\" a central theme in the devotional art of Odisha. Krishna-lila, the divine play of Lord Krishna, encompasses numerous episodes from his childhood as a mischievous cowherd to his heroic exploits, embodying themes of love, joy, and dharma. In the distinctive visual language of Pattachitra, rooted in the Jagannath tradition, these narratives unfold with meticulous detail. The figures are rendered with expressive eyes and traditional iconography, set against rich, flat planes of colour, defined by strong, graphic outlines and framed by the tradition's signature ornate floral borders, all contributing to a vivid narrative tapestry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted by Sachikant from Odisha, this painting exemplifies the centuries-old Pattachitra tradition. \"Patta,\" meaning cloth, refers to the unique handmade canvas prepared by treating layers of cotton with a paste of tamarind seed powder and chalk, resulting in a smooth, durable surface. The pigments are entirely derived from natural mineral and vegetable sources, meticulously ground and mixed, lending the artwork its characteristic vibrant yet earthy palette. This painstaking process, from preparing the ground to applying the colours with strong outlines and finishing with ornate floral borders, is a hallmark of this revered cloth-based scroll painting tradition, deeply rooted in the spiritual heritage of Puri.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Pattachitra is presented as a one-of-a-kind original, a singular work of art meticulously created by Sachikant, not a reproduction or print. It ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and unique status. For our patrons in India, we are pleased to offer complimentary insured delivery, ensuring this treasured piece arrives safely at your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sachikant - Odisha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48427324244226,"sku":"DDC589","price":23100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/7230\/5922\/files\/ddc589.webp?v=1788350770","url":"https:\/\/karm108.com\/products\/krishna-story-of-patachitra-natural-colors-on-canvas-by-sachikant","provider":"Karm 108","version":"1.0","type":"link"}