The Wildlife Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

This captivating artwork presents a vibrant tableau of 'The Wildlife on Paata from Orissa', rendered with the distinctive precision of the Pattachitra tradition. The artist masterfully portrays indigenous flora and fauna, transforming the surface into a dynamic ecosystem. Each creature, from the deer to the myriad birds, is depicted with exquisite detailing, characterized by bold outlines and rich, flat fields of color that imbue them with both natural grace and an iconic presence.

Created by Rabi Behera from Puri, a renowned center for this ancient art form, this piece exemplifies the meticulous craft of Pattachitra. The 'paata', a canvas of treated cloth, provides a smooth, durable surface, meticulously prepared with tamarind seed paste and chalk. Rabi Behera employs traditional techniques, using fine brushes to apply vibrant, natural mineral and vegetable pigments, building layers of color with remarkable clarity and sustained intensity, a hallmark of the Puri school.

This painting is a singular, handmade original, reflecting the unique vision and skill of Rabi Behera, and is not a print or reproduction. It ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, assuring its provenance and originality. We are pleased to offer complimentary insured delivery across India for this exceptional work of art.