KARM 108

Standing Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha with His Life Story Pattachitra Painting on Cloth by Rabi Behera

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Specifications
  • ArtistRabi Behera, Puri
  • MediumPaata painting from Orissa
    ARTIST:RABI BEHERA
  • Dimensions18 in (H) x 14 in (W)
Description

This vibrant Pattachitra painting from Odisha presents the revered Hindu deity Lord Ganesha in his Chaturbhuja, or four-armed, form. Ganesha, instantly recognisable by his elephant head, is celebrated as the remover of obstacles, the patron of intellect, and the harbinger of good fortune. Around the central standing figure, the artist has meticulously rendered key episodes from Ganesha's life story, unfolding a captivating mythological tableau with the characteristic clarity and narrative detail of the Pattachitra tradition.

Created by Puri artist Rabi Behera, this work exemplifies the meticulous artistry of the Pattachitra tradition. The medium, known as 'paata', refers to the specially prepared cloth canvas, traditionally primed with a paste of tamarind seeds and chalk, then polished to a leathery finish. The vibrant palette is exclusively composed of natural mineral and vegetable pigments, skillfully applied with fine brushes. Visible are the bold outlines that define each figure, a hallmark of Pattachitra, coupled with intricate decorative patterns and the distinctive flat perspective that imbues the painting with its unique visual rhythm.

This Pattachitra is a one of a kind original, not a mass produced print. It arrives with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and the artist's hand. We ensure free insured delivery across India, providing a seamless and secure acquisition of this exceptional piece of living heritage.

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Material & Care

Paata painting from Orissa
ARTIST:RABI BEHERA.

  • 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

Pattachitra · Puri, Odisha

Standing Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha with His Life Story Pattachitra Painting on Cloth by Rabi Behera

This vibrant Pattachitra painting from Odisha presents the revered Hindu deity Lord Ganesha in his Chaturbhuja, or four-armed, form.

Not a breath of space left unloved — this is Pattachitra.
Standing Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha with His Life Story Pattachitra Painting on Cloth by Rabi Behera

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Ganesha, instantly recognisable by his elephant head, is celebrated as the remover of obstacles, the patron of intellect, and the harbinger of good fortune.

Standing Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha with His Life Story Pattachitra Painting on Cloth by Rabi Behera

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Around the central standing figure, the artist has meticulously rendered key episodes from Ganesha's life story, unfolding a captivating mythological tableau with the characteristic clarity and narrative detail of the Pattachitra tradition.Created by Puri artist Rabi Behera, this work exemplifies the meticulous artistry of the Pattachitra tradition.

Standing Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha with His Life Story Pattachitra Painting on Cloth by Rabi Behera

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The medium, known as 'paata', refers to the specially prepared cloth canvas, traditionally primed with a paste of tamarind seeds and chalk, then polished to a leathery finish.

The tradition

Painted on treated patti cloth in the temple town of Puri, Odisha, in natural stone and shell colours.

Pattachitra · Puri, Odisha