{"product_id":"tree-of-life-orissa-pattachitra-jaganatha-painting","title":"Sacred Continuum: Tree of Life Jagannatha – Orissa Pattachitra Painting","description":"\u003ch5 data-end=\"814\" data-start=\"794\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eThis Tree of Life Jagannatha painting emerges from the sacred Pattachitra tradition of Odisha, a devotional art form that flourished in the 12th century alongside the construction of the revered \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. Closely associated with temple rituals and the Jagannatha cult, Pattachitra paintings functioned as visual scriptures, narrating sacred stories through disciplined linework, symbolic geometry, and intricate ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"602\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eTraditionally executed on \u003cem data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"635\"\u003epatta\u003c\/em\u003e (prepared cloth), the surface is created by layering cotton fabric with tamarind-seed adhesive, coated with rice paste, and burnished with stone to achieve a smooth painting ground. In this contemporary adaptation, Art Tussar Silk serves as the canvas, while natural and acrylic pigments bring vibrancy and durability to the composition. The bold, clean, and angular lines characteristic of Odisha’s classical style are complemented by rhythmic floral motifs, structured branches, and ornate borders that echo the aesthetic cadence of temple sculpture and Odissi tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003eAt the heart of the composition stands \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eJagannatha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, whose name translates to “Lord of the Universe,” symbolizing universal compassion and divine sovereignty. Integrated within the Tree of Life motif, he represents cosmic order and eternal continuity. The roots signify grounding and protection, while the ascending branches evoke spiritual growth and connection between earthly and celestial realms. Together, they express harmony between the divine and the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003eRecognized for its cultural significance, Odisha Pattachitra received Geographical Indication (GI) status in 2008 as the 70th GI-tagged product of India. This artwork has been handcrafted by Shri Bibhuthi Bhushan of Odisha, continuing a lineage rooted in temple devotion and ritual artistry.\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":44203938086935,"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_05_26_33PM.png?v=1779278209","url":"https:\/\/www.brahmcollection.com\/en-in\/products\/tree-of-life-orissa-pattachitra-jaganatha-painting","provider":"Brahm Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}