KARM 108

Standing Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha with Lord Vishnu's Dashavatara Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

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Specifications
  • ArtistRabi Behera, Puri
  • MediumPaata painting from Orissa
  • Dimensions13 in (H) x 13 in (W)
Description

This compelling Paata painting from Odisha presents a venerated form of Lord Ganesha, depicted standing with his characteristic four arms, known as Chaturbhuja. This iconography underscores his divine capacity as the remover of obstacles and the lord of new beginnings, revered as the patron of intellect and wisdom. Surrounding him, or perhaps arrayed in a narrative sequence, are the ten principal incarnations of Lord Vishnu, the Dashavatara. These avatars, from Matsya the fish to Kalki the warrior, represent Vishnu's cyclical appearances on earth to uphold dharma and restore cosmic balance, making this painting a profound reflection on divine preservation and intervention.

Masterfully crafted by Rabi Behera from Puri, a renowned center for traditional Pattachitra art, this work exemplifies the meticulous technique inherent to this medium. Pattachitra, meaning 'painting on cloth,' involves preparing a canvas from layers of cotton fabric, treated with a tamarind paste and chalk. Rabi Behera's hand is visible in the precise, bold outlines, the vibrant natural pigments derived from minerals and vegetables, and the distinct flat application of color, all characteristic of Odisha's enduring artistic heritage.

As a one of a kind original, this painting offers a unique aesthetic and spiritual depth, distinct from any reproduction. Each brushstroke is a testament to the artist's skill and dedication, ensuring no two pieces are ever identical. It ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity and includes free, insured delivery across India, guaranteeing its safe arrival.

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Material & Care

Paata painting from Orissa.

  • 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 Lord Vishnu's Dashavatara Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

This compelling Paata painting from Odisha presents a venerated form of Lord Ganesha, depicted standing with his characteristic four arms, known as Chaturbhuja.

Not a breath of space left unloved — this is Pattachitra.
Standing Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha with Lord Vishnu's Dashavatara Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

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This iconography underscores his divine capacity as the remover of obstacles and the lord of new beginnings, revered as the patron of intellect and wisdom.

Standing Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha with Lord Vishnu's Dashavatara Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

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Surrounding him, or perhaps arrayed in a narrative sequence, are the ten principal incarnations of Lord Vishnu, the Dashavatara.

Standing Chaturbhuja Lord Ganesha with Lord Vishnu's Dashavatara Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

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These avatars, from Matsya the fish to Kalki the warrior, represent Vishnu's cyclical appearances on earth to uphold dharma and restore cosmic balance, making this painting a profound reflection on divine preservation and intervention.Masterfully crafted by Rabi Behera from Puri, a renowned center for traditional Pattachitra art, this work exemplifies the meticulous technique inherent to this medium.

The tradition

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

Pattachitra · Puri, Odisha