Standing Radha Krishna with Dashavatara Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

This captivating Pattachitra painting from Orissa presents a sacred narrative, centred on the divine couple Radha and Krishna. Depicted standing in their iconic forms, they symbolise supreme love and devotion within Vaishnavism, with Radha representing the ultimate devotee and Krishna the embodiment of divine charm. Surrounding this celestial pair, the Dashavatara, or ten principal incarnations of Lord Vishnu, are intricately rendered. These avatars: Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Balarama, and Kalki, illustrate Vishnu's periodic descents to Earth to restore cosmic order and dharma. The entire composition is brought to life with the characteristic rich detailing and narrative flow intrinsic to the Pattachitra tradition.

Crafted by the esteemed artist Rabi Behera from Puri, a renowned hub for this ancient art form, this artwork is a true testament to the skill of traditional Pattachitra painters. The medium, 'paata', refers to the specially prepared cloth canvas, meticulously sized with tamarind paste and chalk powder to create a smooth, durable surface. Behera employs a vibrant palette of natural and artist colours, derived from minerals, vegetables, and shells, applied with fine brushes made from mouse or squirrel hair. The visible technique showcases the distinct, bold outlining of figures, intricate pattern work, and the disciplined, flowing lines that characterise this classical Orissan painting style, passed down through generations.

This exquisite painting is a one of a kind original, representing a unique piece of India's living artistic heritage rather than a mass produced print. It arrives accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and artistic merit. We are pleased to offer complimentary insured delivery for this exceptional artwork across India, ensuring its safe arrival to your collection.