{"product_id":"madhubani-painting-elephant-art","title":"Elephant in Rhythm – Madhubani Painting","description":"\u003ch5 data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"343\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eMadhubani painting, also known as Mithila painting, originates from the ancient Mithila region of Bihar and is traditionally practiced as ceremonial folk art embedded in ritual life. Its cultural origin is associated with the Treta Yuga, when King Janaka is believed to have commissioned artists to decorate Mithila during the wedding of Sita and Lord Rama, establishing the tradition of sacred wall painting as blessing, protection, and celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003eThis composition draws from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eKachani\u003c\/strong\u003e style of Madhubani, characterized by fine linework and intricate detailing created primarily through monochromatic or minimal colour infill. The elephant, central to the composition, is revered in Indian tradition as a symbol of strength, wisdom, stability, and auspiciousness. Within the Madhubani vocabulary, elephants often represent prosperity, protection, and harmonious coexistence with nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eSurrounded by rhythmic floral and geometric motifs, the elephant becomes part of a dense ornamental field — reflecting the Madhubani principle that no surface remains empty or without meaning. Executed on paper using organic and water-based pigments, and following the non-rubbing tradition, the painting preserves ritual sanctity and disciplined craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003eRecognised under Geographical Indication (GI Application No. 37) and awarded GI status in 2006–2007 as the 30th registered GI product of India, Madhubani painting remains protected in its regional authenticity. This artwork is painted by Shri Pushkar Jha, Chief Artisan, GI Panchayat Mithila, sustaining generational knowledge within the GI framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisclaimer: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe frames shown are for display purposes only and are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith the artwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs these are made-to-order designer pieces, expect minor \u003cstrong\u003ecolour variations\u003c\/strong\u003e from the displayed artwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GiTagged","offers":[{"title":"34 x 24 inches","offer_id":44199191904279,"sku":null,"price":44600.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/7711\/9511\/files\/1_908425cf-85ff-490c-9968-665fe76d07e0.jpg?v=1770617125","url":"https:\/\/www.brahmcollection.com\/en-in\/products\/madhubani-painting-elephant-art","provider":"Brahm Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}