{"product_id":"tree-of-life-and-wild-animals-in-the-jungle","title":"Tree of Life and Wild Animals in the Jungle Madhubani Painting on Handmade Paper by Vandana Devi Madhubani","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis captivating Madhubani painting depicts a lush Tree of Life, a universal symbol of interconnectedness, growth, and the cyclical nature of existence. Its branches reach towards the heavens while its roots anchor to the earth, here surrounded by a vibrant jungle teeming with stylised wild animals. Each creature, from deer to birds, is rendered with the characteristic almond eyes and intricate patterns unique to the Mithila tradition, integrated into a composition that famously leaves no space empty, echoing the abundance of nature and life itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted by master folk artist Vandana Devi from the village of Madhubani, Bihar, this exquisite work exemplifies the rich visual language of Madhubani or Mithila art. Traditionally painted by women on freshly plastered mud walls and floors for significant events like weddings and festivals, this intricate practice transitioned onto handmade paper from the 1960s, allowing its beauty to be shared more widely. Vandana Devi employs a sophisticated blend of techniques, with double-line borders enclosing dense, patterned filling, typical of the bharni style, yet infused with fine linear detailing and cross-hatching reminiscent of kachni, creating a dynamic and richly textured surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis magnificent Madhubani painting is a truly one of a kind original, not a print, meticulously hand painted by the artist. It will be shipped with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring its provenance and value. Enjoy complimentary insured delivery across India for this unique acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Exoticindia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48427951423746,"sku":"DO43","price":8400.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/7230\/5922\/files\/do43.webp?v=1788373762","url":"https:\/\/karm108.com\/products\/tree-of-life-and-wild-animals-in-the-jungle","provider":"Karm 108","version":"1.0","type":"link"}