{"product_id":"tree-of-life-orissa-pattachitra-shiva-painting","title":"Sacred Axis: Tree of Life Shiva – Orissa Pattachitra Painting","description":"\u003ch5 data-end=\"814\" data-start=\"794\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"588\"\u003eThis Tree of Life Shiva painting is rooted in the classical Pattachitra tradition of Odisha, a devotional 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 created as visual scriptures for temple rituals and spiritual storytelling, Pattachitra paintings conveyed philosophical thought through disciplined linework, symbolic composition, and intricate ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eTraditionally executed on \u003cem data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"623\"\u003epatta\u003c\/em\u003e (prepared cloth), artisans layered cotton fabric using tamarind-seed adhesive, coated it with rice paste for stiffness, and burnished the surface to create a smooth painting ground. In this contemporary adaptation, Tussar Silk serves as the canvas, enriched with natural and oil-based pigments that lend depth and luminosity. The composition reflects Odisha’s classical aesthetic — bold, clean, and angular lines combined with rhythmic florals, structured symmetry, and ornate borders that echo temple architecture and sacred geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1161\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eAt the center stands \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eShiva\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the embodiment of transformation, balance, and cosmic consciousness. Integrated within the Tree of Life motif, Shiva represents the axis of creation and dissolution — the eternal rhythm of birth, preservation, and renewal. The roots symbolize grounding and origin; the branching forms signify expansion, interconnected existence, and spiritual ascent. Together, they express the profound cycle of life and cosmic harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1967\"\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 of ritual artistry and disciplined craftsmanship preserved across 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":44203940315159,"sku":null,"price":18900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0704\/7711\/9511\/files\/Screenshot2026-01-24010621.png?v=1770479196","url":"https:\/\/www.brahmcollection.com\/en-in\/products\/tree-of-life-orissa-pattachitra-shiva-painting","provider":"Brahm Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}