Sudarshan Shaw’s illustrations of the Royal Bengal #tiger are not merely scientific representations but capture what he calls “the true character” of the species, portrayed through the artistic traditions of the lands the big cat inhabits. Like Odisha’s #Pattachitra, West Bengal’s #Kalighat paintings and Maharashtra’s #Warli art, among others. For Sarmaya Talks on 26 April… Read more »
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Odisha’s Pattachitra paintings are rooted in the culture of the seaside town of Puri and, more specifically, in its legendary Jagannath temple
A jatri poti/boti or jatra patta is a pilgrimage scroll that a devotee brings back with him as a souvenir. It also acts as a mobile shrine for anyone unable to visit the temple. This particular Patta depicts different icons and practices of Lord Jagannatha, considered an incarnation of Vishnu. Lord Jagannath’s siblings – Balabhadra… Read more »
This Odisha Pattachitra by Akshaya Kumar Bariki illustrates Krishna Leela. The middle panel features Krishna and Radha in an embrace. As Odisha Pattachitras were traditionally used as personal home shrines, the central icons are always larger and primary. This is followed by supporting stories and images around them, which are smaller in size to symbolise… Read more »