Peacock Madhubani Painting on Handmade Paper

This exquisite Madhubani painting depicts the regal peacock, a creature deeply embedded in Indian mythology and folklore. Revered as the national bird, the peacock symbolises beauty, grace, and eternal love, often associated with deities like Lord Krishna and the arrival of life-giving rains. In this artwork, the peacock's form is rendered with characteristic Madhubani stylisation, featuring its iconic stylised almond eyes and intricate plumage. The composition adheres to the tradition's dense filling, ensuring no space remains empty, creating a vibrant visual tapestry of nature's majesty.

Crafted by artist Priti Dalwadi, hailing from Gujarat, this piece beautifully exemplifies the enduring appeal and expansion of Madhubani art. Traditionally, this vibrant folk painting style originated in the Mithila region of Bihar, where women adorned freshly plastered mud walls and floors for significant events like weddings and festivals. From the 1960s, these distinctive narratives transitioned onto handmade paper, preserving their legacy. Priti Dalwadi employs acrylics on this paper, utilising the art form's signature double-line borders and often dense colour fills of the bharni style, alongside the intricate fine lines and cross-hatching of kachni, to bring her vision to life.

This remarkable Madhubani painting is presented as a singular, one of a kind original artwork, not a reproduction print. It arrives accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and value. We are pleased to offer complimentary insured delivery for this unique piece across India, ensuring its safe arrival to your collection.