{"product_id":"madhubani-painting-peacock-birds-copy","title":"Echo of the River: Sacred Fish - Madhubani Painting","description":"\u003ch5 data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"382\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eMadhubani painting, also known as Mithila painting, originates from the ancient Mithila region of Bihar and is traditionally practiced as ceremonial folk art woven into ritual, seasonal, and domestic life. Its cultural origin is associated with the Treta Yuga, when King Janaka is believed to have commissioned artists to adorn Mithila during the wedding of Sita and Lord Rama, establishing sacred painting as a form of blessing, protection, and celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003eWithin the visual language of Mithila, the fish is not merely a decorative motif but a sacred symbol of sustenance and continuity. Rooted in river-fed landscapes where water shaped livelihood and seasonal rhythm, fish entered Madhubani art as emblems of fertility, prosperity, nourishment, and the sustaining force of life. Their paired or looping forms suggest harmony, regeneration, and the cyclical nature of existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eIn this composition, flowing contours guide the eye in rhythmic circulation, creating a sense of movement within structured symmetry. Dense internal patterning and repetitive linear detailing eliminate empty space — reflecting the Madhubani philosophy that abundance fills every corner of existence. Executed in disciplined hand-rendered linework, the painting transforms a simple aquatic form into a meditation on vitality and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003ePainted on paper using organic and water colours and created in the non-rubbing tradition — where redoing a stroke is considered inauspicious — the work preserves ritual sanctity and inherited craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1729\" data-end=\"2080\"\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 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eShri Lakshmiji, Chief Artist, Mithila\u003c\/strong\u003e, continuing the lineage of symbolic storytelling through folk practice.\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":"20 x 27 inches","offer_id":44199176110103,"sku":null,"price":28300.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/7711\/9511\/files\/1_18d18654-580a-4837-91cd-270208277f8d.jpg?v=1770617174","url":"https:\/\/www.brahmcollection.com\/en-in\/products\/madhubani-painting-peacock-birds-copy","provider":"Brahm Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}