{"product_id":"orissa-pattachitra-tree-of-life-painting","title":"Orissa Pattachitra Tree of Life Painting","description":"\u003ch5 data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"566\"\u003eThis Tree of Life painting is rooted in the revered Pattachitra tradition of Odisha, a classical art form 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 in \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePuri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Historically associated with temple rituals and devotional storytelling, Pattachitra paintings served as visual scriptures, preserving sacred philosophy through disciplined linework, balanced geometry, and intricate ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eTraditionally executed on \u003cem data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"601\"\u003epatta\u003c\/em\u003e (prepared cloth), artisans layered cotton fabric with tamarind-seed adhesive, coated it with rice paste, and burnished the surface to create a smooth base for painting. In this contemporary interpretation, Art Tussar Silk is used as the canvas, while natural and acrylic pigments provide depth, luminosity, and durability. The bold, clean, and angular lines characteristic of Odisha’s classical style are harmonized with layered floral motifs, structured symmetry, and ornate borders that reflect nature’s rhythm and cosmic balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eThe Tree of Life emerges here as a universal philosophical symbol — its roots grounding earthly existence, its trunk signifying stability, and its branches reaching toward spiritual growth and transcendence. Within Indian thought, it represents the interconnected web of life and the harmony between humanity, nature, and the cosmos. Through rhythmic composition and meditative detailing, the artwork communicates balance, vitality, and continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eRecognized for its cultural significance, Odisha Pattachitra was granted Geographical Indication (GI) status in 2008 as the 70th GI-tagged product of India. This painting has been handcrafted by Shri Bibhuthi of Odisha, continuing a lineage of ritual artistry passed down through generations\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":"18 x 24 inches","offer_id":44203938611223,"sku":null,"price":18900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/7711\/9511\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay20_2026_02_28_54PM.png?v=1779267546","url":"https:\/\/www.brahmcollection.com\/en-in\/products\/orissa-pattachitra-tree-of-life-painting","provider":"Brahm Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}