Standing Lord Ganesha with Dashavatara of Lord Vishnu Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

This striking Paata painting from Orissa features Lord Ganesha standing serenely, a revered deity known as the remover of obstacles and the harbinger of auspicious beginnings, often invoked at the commencement of any venture. Accompanying him, depicted with characteristic detail, are the Dashavatara, the ten primary incarnations of Lord Vishnu. These avatars, from Matsya the fish to Kalki the horseman, manifest across eons to uphold dharma and restore cosmic balance, a profound narrative often central to Odishan artistic traditions.

Crafted by Rabi Behera of Puri, this traditional Indian painting exemplifies the distinctive Pattachitra style, renowned for its intricate narrative quality and vibrant natural colours. The artist employs the meticulous brushwork typical of this ancient craft, creating fine lines and bold forms on the prepared cloth scroll, or 'paata', which serves as the canvas. This technique, passed down through generations in Puri, imbues the work with both illustrative clarity and deep cultural resonance.

As a one-of-a-kind original, this painting offers a direct connection to a living artistic heritage, standing apart from any print or reproduction. It will be delivered with a signed Certificate of Authenticity from our gallery, ensuring its provenance, and benefits from complimentary insured delivery across India, promising its safe arrival.