KARM 108

Tree Series 245 Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

SKU: WRB870

Rs. 2,625.00 Rs. 2,100.0020% OFFInc. GST Free shipping · Pan India

दान · Our Promise

A tenth of every piece returns to the hands that made it. 10% of each sale is devoted to the welfare of the artisans behind the craft.

Ask about this piece

Certificate of Authenticity

Every KARM 108 painting arrives with a signed certificate verifying its origin, art form and the hands that made it.

Specifications
  • ArtistRabi Behera, Puri
  • MediumPaata painting from Orissa
  • Dimensions16 in (H) x 6 in (W)
Description

This vibrant Pattachitra painting, part of Rabi Behera's distinguished Tree Series, presents a deeply symbolic arboreal subject. In Indian thought, the tree is a powerful motif, embodying life, growth, and the divine connection between earth and sky. Here, the artist renders the tree with characteristic Pattachitra grace, employing strong outlines, intricate patterns, and a carefully balanced composition that imbues the foliage and trunk with a sense of vibrant energy and timeless majesty. The stylised depiction echoes the ancient tradition of treating trees as sacred entities, worthy of meticulous artistic reverence.

Crafted by the esteemed artist Rabi Behera from Puri, a renowned hub for traditional arts in Odisha, this painting exemplifies the distinctive medium of Pattachitra. The term "Paata" refers to the prepared cloth canvas, meticulously treated with layers of soft stone powder and tamarind paste to create a smooth, durable surface. Behera employs natural pigments, derived from minerals and plants, applied with fine brushes to achieve the vivid hues and precise detailing that define this classical art form. His hand technique is evident in the delicate linearity and the rich, flat colours, reflecting generations of artisanal mastery.

As a singular original work, this exquisite Pattachitra is not a print, but a unique creation hand-painted with exceptional skill and dedication. It represents a direct connection to a living artistic heritage and will be delivered with a signed Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and originality. We ensure free insured delivery across India, safeguarding this magnificent piece until it reaches its cherished new home.

Shipping & returns

Ships within 30 days across India, insured and free of charge. 7-day returns on undamaged pieces.

Material & Care

Paata painting from Orissa.

  • Keep out of direct sunlight to protect the pigments
  • Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth
  • Avoid moisture, humidity, water and sprays
  • Frame under UV-protective glass for longevity
  • Handmade — slight irregularities are the artist's signature

Pattachitra · Puri, Odisha

Tree Series 245 Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

This vibrant Pattachitra painting, part of Rabi Behera's distinguished Tree Series, presents a deeply symbolic arboreal subject.

Not a breath of space left unloved — this is Pattachitra.
Tree Series 245 Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

01

In Indian thought, the tree is a powerful motif, embodying life, growth, and the divine connection between earth and sky.

Tree Series 245 Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

02

Here, the artist renders the tree with characteristic Pattachitra grace, employing strong outlines, intricate patterns, and a carefully balanced composition that imbues the foliage and trunk with a sense of vibrant energy and timeless majesty.

Tree Series 245 Pattachitra Painting on Cloth

03

The stylised depiction echoes the ancient tradition of treating trees as sacred entities, worthy of meticulous artistic reverence.Crafted by the esteemed artist Rabi Behera from Puri, a renowned hub for traditional arts in Odisha, this painting exemplifies the distinctive medium of Pattachitra.

The tradition

Painted on treated patti cloth in the temple town of Puri, Odisha, in natural stone and shell colours.

Pattachitra · Puri, Odisha