{"product_id":"the-auspicious-matsya-raas-madhubani-painting-on-paper-by-ruchi-gupta-1","title":"The Auspicious Matsya Raas Madhubani Painting on Paper","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vibrant Madhubani painting, titled \"The Auspicious Matsya Raas,\" gracefully portrays a joyful assembly of fish, a potent symbol of fertility, abundance, and good fortune in Mithila culture. In this scene, the fish are depicted with the characteristic stylised almond eyes and intricate patterns, swimming amidst aquatic flora. The composition exemplifies Madhubani's aesthetic of filling every space with detail, creating a harmonious and auspicious visual narrative that historically invites prosperity into any home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted by artist Ruchi Gupta, this piece moves the ancient tradition of Madhubani onto paper, using modern markers and fineliners to render the intricate details. Originating from the Mithila region of Bihar, this folk art form was historically practised by women on freshly plastered mud walls and floors, particularly for significant life events like weddings and and festivals. From the 1960s, artists began adapting these sacred storytelling techniques to paper, maintaining the hallmark double-line borders and dense, vibrant fills that define styles like bharni or the fine line work of kachni.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis offering is a singular, original work, distinct from any print or reproduction, ensuring its unique artistic integrity. It arrives accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity, affirming its provenance and value, and includes complimentary insured delivery across India, promising its safe and secure arrival to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ruchi Gupta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48418920530178,"sku":"PA0262","price":2079.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/7230\/5922\/files\/pa0262.webp?v=1788177112","url":"https:\/\/karm108.com\/products\/the-auspicious-matsya-raas-madhubani-painting-on-paper-by-ruchi-gupta-1","provider":"Karm 108","version":"1.0","type":"link"}