Tree Series 140 Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

"Tree Series 140" presents a captivating portrayal of arboreal life, rendered in the distinctive idiom of Paata painting from Orissa. This particular piece focuses on the intricate beauty of a tree, its branches and foliage meticulously detailed with the characteristic bold lines and vibrant palette seen in this traditional art form. The composition emphasizes the tree's organic elegance, transforming a natural motif into a stylized, almost emblematic representation, typical of the artistic sensibilities rooted in the region.

Created by artist Rabi Behera from Puri, a renowned center for this unique craft, this painting exemplifies the skill inherent in Paata tradition. The medium, 'paata', refers to the specially prepared cloth canvas, meticulously treated with a ground of chalk and tamarind seed gum, then polished to a smooth, leathery surface. Behera employs natural or artist pigments, carefully applied with fine brushes to build up the intricate patterns and forms that define the painting, showcasing a visible hand technique passed down through generations.

This artwork is a one of a kind original, meticulously hand-painted and not a reproduction or print. It ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, confirming its provenance and uniqueness, and includes free insured delivery across India, ensuring its safe arrival to your collection.