Lord Krishna Gives Moksha to Yamalarjun Pattachitra Painting on Cloth by Rabi Behera

This exquisite painting depicts a pivotal moment from the Bhagavata Purana: Lord Krishna granting moksha to the twin Arjuna trees, Yamalarjuna. These trees were in fact Nalakūbara and Maṇigrīva, sons of Kubera, cursed to grow as arboreal forms until liberated by Krishna's touch. The composition captures the infant Krishna, tied to a mortar, playfully uprooting the colossal trees and freeing the demigods from their curse, rendered with traditional Indian sensibilities that convey both divine power and tender playfulness through stylized forms and direct narrative.

Crafted by the skilled artist Rabi Behera from Puri, this work exemplifies the renowned Pattachitra tradition of Orissa. The medium, 'paata' or prepared cloth, serves as the finely textured ground for a visual narrative brought to life with natural stone and vegetable colours. Behera's hand is evident in the precise linework, intricate details, and the flat, vibrant colour application typical of this ancient art form, where each hue is thoughtfully chosen to convey symbolic meaning.

This painting is a singular, one of a kind original work, not a mass-produced print. It offers collectors a direct connection to the living heritage of Indian artistry, an authentic creation shipped with a signed Certificate of Authenticity. We ensure its safe transit to your collection with complimentary insured delivery available across India.