KARM 108

Shri Krishna Leela Painting on Tussar Silk

SKU: PAB539

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Specifications
  • ArtistRabi Behera, Puri
  • MediumPatta Painting On Tussar Silk
  • Dimensions34.00 in (H) x 22.00 in (W)
Description

This exquisite Pattachitra painting beautifully captures the essence of Shri Krishna Leela, the divine play of Lord Krishna. These sacred narratives, deeply cherished in Hindu tradition, recount Krishna's enchanting childhood exploits, his mischievous pranks, and his benevolent interactions with the gopis and cowherds in the pastoral lands of Vrindavan. The artist portrays these episodes with vibrant detail and traditional iconography, reflecting the characteristic fluid lines and narrative compositions of this ancient Odishan art form.

Created by the skilled hand of Rabi Behera, an artist from Puri, this work exemplifies the artistry of Patta painting on Tussar silk. The medium itself, raw silk, provides a unique texture to the painting, upon which natural and artist pigments are meticulously applied. Behera's technique is evident in the precise brushwork, the defined outlines, and the rich, flat colour fields that imbue the scene with its distinctive visual energy, a hallmark of this traditional craft.

This artwork stands as a singular, handmade original, a testament to individual artistic vision and traditional craftsmanship. It is not a print or reproduction, but a unique creation, shipped with a signed Certificate of Authenticity. We are pleased to offer complimentary insured delivery for this cherished piece across India.

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Material & Care

Patta Painting On Tussar Silk.

  • Keep out of direct sunlight to protect the pigments
  • Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
  • Avoid moisture, humidity, water and sprays
  • Frame under UV-protective glass for longevity
  • Handmade — slight irregularities are the artist's signature

Indian Folk Art · India

Shri Krishna Leela Painting on Tussar Silk

This exquisite Pattachitra painting beautifully captures the essence of Shri Krishna Leela, the divine play of Lord Krishna.

Every line here was drawn by hand, and carries a story older than memory.
Shri Krishna Leela Painting on Tussar Silk

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These sacred narratives, deeply cherished in Hindu tradition, recount Krishna's enchanting childhood exploits, his mischievous pranks, and his benevolent interactions with the gopis and cowherds in the pastoral lands of Vrindavan.

Shri Krishna Leela Painting on Tussar Silk

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The artist portrays these episodes with vibrant detail and traditional iconography, reflecting the characteristic fluid lines and narrative compositions of this ancient Odishan art form.Created by the skilled hand of Rabi Behera, an artist from Puri, this work exemplifies the artistry of Patta painting on Tussar silk.

Shri Krishna Leela Painting on Tussar Silk

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The medium itself, raw silk, provides a unique texture to the painting, upon which natural and artist pigments are meticulously applied.

The tradition

A hand-painted work in a traditional folk idiom of India.

Indian Folk Art · India