{"product_id":"patachitra-wallart-3","title":"Patachitra Wallart","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade by : Laila Chitrakar\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 600;\"\u003ehand painted\u003c\/span\u003e with natural dyes and may have slight irregularities that are a natural outcome of the human involvement in the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore Details:\u003cbr\u003eSHIPPING INFO: Dispatched in a maximum of 10 business days. Exchange accepted within 10 days of delivery. Cancellation requests will be accepted strictly within 24 hours of placing the order only.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgba(128, 128, 128, 0.114);\"\u003eMEASUREMENTS: 14X22\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgba(128, 128, 128, 0.114);\"\u003eMATERIAL(S): Paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"273\"\u003ePatachitra\u003c\/strong\u003e is a traditional form of scroll painting that originated in the eastern Indian states of Odisha and West Bengal. The word ‘Patachitra’ derives from the Sanskrit words \u003cem data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"449\"\u003e‘pata’\u003c\/em\u003e (cloth) and \u003cem data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"472\"\u003e‘chitra’\u003c\/em\u003e (picture), referring to cloth-based paintings. In Odisha, this art form is closely linked to the Jagannath temple of Puri, where it has been practiced since the 12th century as a devotional craft. Artists, known as Chitrakars, create vivid depictions of mythological tales, particularly focusing on the deities Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra. In Bengal, Patachitra evolved as a form of narrative storytelling, where itinerant folk painters, or Patuas, would carry long scrolls from village to village, singing songs that matched the visuals as they unrolled the artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eTraditionally, Patachitra paintings are made on cotton cloth that is coated with a mixture of chalk and gum to create a smooth surface. Natural colors are used—red from minerals like hingula, yellow from haritala (orpiment), blue from indigo, black from lamp soot, and white from crushed conch shells. Fine brushes are crafted from animal hair. The paintings are characterized by bold outlines, vibrant flat colors, and intricately detailed borders. Figures are stylized and symbolic rather than realistic, with a strong emphasis on ornamentation and rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003eThemes in Patachitra vary by region. Odisha’s style leans heavily on religious narratives, including Krishna Leela, Ramayana, and episodes from temple rituals. Bengal’s Patachitra includes folk stories, social messages, and even contemporary themes such as women’s rights and environmental awareness. A defining feature of Bengal Patachitra is the performance aspect—songs known as \u003cem data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2007\"\u003ePatua Sangeet\u003c\/em\u003e that the artists sing while narrating the painted stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2068\" data-end=\"2538\"\u003eToday, Patachitra is more than just a temple or folk art—it is a living tradition that has adapted to contemporary needs. Artists in villages like Raghurajpur (Odisha) and Naya (West Bengal) continue to innovate, applying their skills to everything from sarees and home décor to modern exhibitions. Despite modernization, Patachitra remains a powerful blend of visual art, storytelling, and cultural heritage that continues to captivate with its charm and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eManufactured By: AMOUNEE HANDLOOM VENTURES PVT LTD, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\"\u003eCountry Of Origin: India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Laila Chitrakar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51473608900851,"sku":"vrq1789839019263","price":101.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/3084\/2355\/files\/patachitra-wallart_1_9642c9bc-d889-4718-a196-ba1c9eb07e92.jpg?v=1789839036","url":"https:\/\/deskchicwear.shop\/products\/patachitra-wallart-3","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}