Standing Lord Ganesha with Dashavatara Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

This exquisite Pattachitra painting from Odisha presents a compelling devotional tableau, centred around the standing form of Lord Ganesha. Revered as the remover of obstacles and the deity of intellect and wisdom, Ganesha is depicted here with characteristic grace, his elephant head a symbol of profound knowledge and his four arms holding traditional attributes. The composition further incorporates the Dashavatara, the ten principal incarnations of Vishnu, artfully integrated around the central deity. These avatars, from Matsya the fish to Kalki the horse-rider, narrate Vishnu's periodic descents to earth to restore cosmic order and uphold dharma, each form a pivotal chapter in Hindu cosmology rendered with the narrative clarity typical of Pattachitra.

Crafted by the skilled hand of Rabi Behera from Puri, this painting is a testament to the enduring traditions of Odishan Pattachitra. The medium is "paata", a meticulously prepared cotton canvas, stiffened with a mixture of tamarind seed gum and chalk, then burnished to a smooth, receptive surface. The artist employs natural and mineral pigments, painstakingly ground and mixed with a gum base, applied with fine brushes traditionally made from squirrel or mouse hair. The visible hand technique is defined by strong, precise brushwork for outlining, followed by the careful filling of colours, and finished with intricate detailing that brings the figures and their surroundings to life with remarkable precision and expressive depth.

This artwork is a one of a kind original, not a reproduction or print. It comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and originality. We are pleased to offer complimentary insured delivery for this piece across India, ensuring it reaches its new home safely and securely.