{"product_id":"the-asura-rakshasa","title":"The Asura - Rakshasa Madhubani Painting","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis compelling Madhubani artwork powerfully depicts the Asura, or Rakshasa, a formidable and often fearsome being in Hindu mythology. Representing forces that challenge the cosmic order, Rakshasas are central to epic narratives, embodying strength and sometimes malevolence. Here, the traditional Madhubani style renders this powerful figure with striking intensity, utilising its characteristic stylised almond eyes and bold contours to convey a commanding presence, making the ancient narrative come alive with graphic force.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted by a master folk artist, this original piece showcases the authentic spirit of Madhubani, an art form originating from the Mithila region of Bihar. Traditionally practised by women on freshly plastered mud walls and floors for auspicious occasions, this tradition transitioned onto handmade paper from the 1960s. The artist employs natural colours on a handmade base, meticulously filling every space with dense, intricate patterns and defined double-line borders, hallmarks of this revered art, reflecting centuries of unbroken artistic lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a singular, one-of-a-kind original painting, not a print, ensuring its unique place in any collection. It ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and originality, and includes complimentary insured delivery across India for a seamless acquisition experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Exoticindia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48418899427586,"sku":"DD30","price":13335.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/7230\/5922\/files\/dd30_a01.webp?v=1788175769","url":"https:\/\/karm108.com\/products\/the-asura-rakshasa","provider":"Karm 108","version":"1.0","type":"link"}