Pattachitra means ‘Patta – painting’. The patta is prepared with cloth being soaked in tamarind pulp and then painted using natural colours and brush made of plant roots.
From the heart of Odisha, the Pattachitra style of painting is a highly disciplined form of art. Pattachitra means ‘canvas painting’ in Sanskrit. It is known for the application of rich colours and the portrayal of simple mythological themes. The process of creating a painting requires undeterred patience and impeccable craftsmanship. The ’patta’ is made of soaked tamarind seeds that are heated in an earthen pot to prepare a paste called ‘niryas kalpa’. The chitrakar then holds two pieces of cloth with it and polish it once it’s firm enough. The colour is naturally sourced and the gum of the kaitha tree is used as a base. Plant roots are often used to make brushes. The rich colourful motifs adorning these paintings will add an enchanting beauty to your home.
This art thrives amongst the artisans of Raghurajpur art and crafts cluster near Puri and some other smaller pockets of Cuttack District and is one of the most ancient crafts in the world. The art originated when written communication began. These paintings are based on our rich mythological themes. The images are painted using rich colours made from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources – yellow from haritala stone, black is made out of lampblack and red from shingle stone. White is prepared from powdered, boiled, and filtered conch shells. The themes of the Pattachitras includes religious, mythological, and folktales. Krishna Leela and Lord Jagannath are the main motifs painted. These stunning pieces created through this craft will surely adorn your spaces with Odia culture.
Craft: Pattachitra Painting
Dimensions in inches (L x W): 30″ x 20″
This painting comes without a frame.
Care: Avoid contact with water.
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