{"product_id":"orissa-pattachitra-tree-of-life-nabagunjara-painting","title":"Divine Synthesis: Nabagunjara Tree of Life – Orissa Pattachitra Painting","description":"\u003ch5 data-end=\"814\" data-start=\"794\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"608\"\u003eThis Tree of Life Nabagunjara painting originates from the classical Pattachitra tradition of Odisha, a lineage that flourished in the 12th century alongside the construction of the sacred \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eJagannath Temple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The devotional culture of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eJagannatha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e inspired artists to create painted cloth scrolls that functioned as visual scriptures, narrating mythological episodes and conveying Vaishnavite philosophy through disciplined composition and symbolic precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eRooted in rigorous craftsmanship, Pattachitra artists traditionally prepare the canvas by layering cloth with tamarind-seed adhesive and rice paste, then polishing it to achieve a smooth, resilient surface. In this contemporary adaptation, fine Tussar silk serves as the base. Natural and oil pigments derived from flowers, leaves, fruits, and minerals are applied with bold, clean, and angular linework — a hallmark of Odisha’s classical aesthetic. Ornate borders, rhythmic patterns, and stylized forms reflect the visual influence of Odissi and Gotipua traditions, translating movement into intricate design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003eThe integration of Nabagunjara within the Tree of Life motif deepens the symbolic framework of the composition. Nabagunjara — a composite form of nine beings — represents the unified manifestation of divine energies, while the Tree of Life signifies creation, continuity, and interconnected existence. Together, they articulate cosmic balance: roots anchoring the earthly realm and branches ascending toward spiritual transcendence. Recognized for its cultural importance, Odisha Pattachitra received Geographical Indication (GI) status in 2008 as the 70th GI-tagged product of India. This artwork has been handcrafted by Shri Prasanna Nayak of Odisha, preserving a centuries-old devotional legacy within a refined contemporary format.\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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GiTagged","offers":[{"title":"18 x 24 inches","offer_id":44203934711831,"sku":null,"price":18900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/7711\/9511\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay5_2026_03_01_52PM.png?v=1777973534","url":"https:\/\/www.brahmcollection.com\/en-in\/products\/orissa-pattachitra-tree-of-life-nabagunjara-painting","provider":"Brahm Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}