Explore this enchanting piece of Odisha's Pattachitra with this stunning artwork of Krishna's Mathura Vijaya. The artwork depicts Lord Krishna and Lord Balarama traveling on a brilliant chariot as the enthralled residents of Mathura gather to witness their adored deity. The Gopika’s make a caressing gesture beneath the chariot, seeking to prevent Krishna from heading to Mathura. The core artwork of Mathura Vijaya is surrounded by images of the Dasa Avatars, which depict Lord Vishnu's ten incarnations. The final picture depicts Krishna's Leela, which sums up his incredible travels from childhood to manhood. This Pattachitra masterpiece commemorates Lord Krishna's eternal attraction and divinity while telling the story of good triumphing over evil.
The merciless Durga brings the great Mahishasura to His knees. Her simhavahana (lion-mount) has him between its teeth, while the dashabhujadharini (the one possessed of ten arms) pushes Him down with Her feet and drives the spear end of Her trishoola (trident) into Him. Helplessly, the proud Mahishasura looks up at the feminine victor.
The work of art that you see on this page is a pattachitra of the Mahishasuramardini from Orissa. ‘Mardini’ is the Sanskrt word for slayeress, while the prefix ‘Mahisha’ means buffalo. This roopa (form) of the Devi is deeply worshipped in the Eastern Delta region, of which pattachitra is a traditional folk art form.
The sheer level of detail in this pattachitra makes this a collector’s item: from the embroidery of Mahishasuramardini’s saree to the miniscule motifs across the background. A superbly detailed temple entrance structure, complete with pillars and archway and templetop, frames the central ensemble. A powerful, lifelike composure characterises each countenance in this painting.
Award : State Award (2021-22)
Place : Kallakurichi
The Superfine Wooden Carved Shiva Family is a captivating and award-winning sculpture that beautifully depicts the harmonious and divine presence of Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Kartikeya. Created by the talented artist Shri. S Sagayaraj from Vellore, this masterpiece showcases the artist's exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
The sculpture is divided into three parts, each depicting a significant aspect of the Shiva Family. The lower part portrays the Varahi avatar of Lord Vishnu, accompanied by Vasuki, the serpent. The middle part captures the dynamic and powerful forms of Lord Shiva performing the Tandava dance, symbolizing the cosmic rhythm and destruction.
A larger-than-life (big) Shiva statue that would look great in your interiors or garden space. On a mound of Himalayan rock sits the ascetic of all ascetics. His limbs are gathered in lalitasana, and the right hand is raised in blessing over Shivagana. This Lord Shiva big statue is made from pure brass, which explains the glimmering gold colour.
There is a particularly lifelike quality about this big Shiva statue. The musculature of the limbs, the distinguished digits of hands and feet. The stance of the torso, almost as if one could see the intercoastal motion of divine inhalation and exhalation. The expressive composure of a flawless countenance.
Every detail of Lord Shiva’s traditional iconography has been reproduced in this Mahadeva statue, from the jataayein (dreadlocks) to the trishoola and damroo, and the kamandalu right next to the hem of the tigerskin. The cascading mass of the Adiyogi Shiva (viewed from the back) has been sculpted with particular precision and detail.
Mahadeva- Lord Shiva resides on the heights of Kailasha Parvata with his consort Devi Paravati and two sons; the elder being Skanda\Kartikeya and the younger one - elephant-headed Ganesha. Carved out in the gorgeous stone of Ruby - Shiva sits in a Lalitsana on a tiger skin, adorned by snakes holding a damru and Trishula. On his left is Paravati granting boons in compassion; between them is Vighnahaharata Ganesha and on Parvati’s side is Kartikeya, the warrior in chief. The imagery of completeness, Shiva Parivar manifests harmony in the Grihastha life of those who keep it in remembrance.
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Dimensions of Moon : 23.5x23.5x4 Inch
Dimensions of Tree : 72x36x1 Inch
He could well imagine what the Moon had given her: pure solitude and tranquillity. That was the best thing the Moon could give a person. - Haruki Murakami
This remark perfectly expresses the inspiration that a full moon provides to individuals. It also emphasises the serenity and tranquillity that the moon brings with its soothing glow. Moon has appeared as the protagonist in a number of stories and poetry. It is also part of a huge art collection. This big home decor of a moon, a tree, and a flock of birds is rich with symbolism. The moon represents timelessness in this context. A tree branch represents the moon's link to the land and represents a long-distance romance. The birds, as symbols of freedom and transcendence, symbolise the human urge for emancipation and flight beyond the confines of everyday life. This musical ensemble inspires reflection on the universe's inherent interconnection, the search of wisdom, and the eternal strive for peace between humanity and environment.
Keep a green tree in your heart and perhaps the singing bird will come. - Lois Lowry
This quotation exemplifies the mood conveyed by this brass wall decor depicting a tree with flying birds. The tree is portrayed at its most beautiful here, with branches full of leaves. The birds are seen poised to take flight from the branches. The sculpture is fashioned in a circular shape, which adds dimension to the tree's abundance. It is a hanging piece that can be set anyplace. The use of brass, a strong material, validates the idea of infinity. The representation of the tree's golden-tinged foliage has transcended all levels of excellent creativity. When the little leaves with their individual beauty are combined throughout the artwork, they exude a fine sense of regality and exclusivity. This item, which is ideal for living room decor, will undoubtedly connect the viewer with the tranquil sense of a natural setting in which branches of a tree swing and birds sing.
Light as feathers, as fleeting as Zephyr, one moment they breathed pink, the next they faded. Cherry blossoms were as much an inspiration for beautiful verse as they were a reminder of life’s fickleness, she thought. - Alice Poon
Poets and writers have often compared the ephemeral life to the short-lived cherry blossoms. Flowers, like life, are beautiful but have an expiration date. This spectacular huge brass tree branch studded with exquisite cherry blossom flowers in full bloom and buds is an ideal representation of both the cherry blossom flower and the philosophy of life. The wall decor, made of brass and its sheen, oozes artistry while also promoting a connection with nature. Its splendid stature oozes elegance and grace, bewitching hearts with its radiant display of spring's transient but stunning splendour.
In the culture of Nepal, the beloved of Shiva and Parvati- Sri Ganesha is revered as a harbinger of auspiciousness, who removes negativity and bestows boons of abundance on the people. This wooden statue delineates Ganesha in his most popular form, as a four-armed divinity, seated in a royal posture, adorned with an imposing crown and kingly ornaments. On his throne, two Mushaka are engraved in a unique manner. The balanced etchings, carving, and polishing of the wood lend this icon an exquisite aesthetic quality, which is best experienced in the animated eyes of Ganesha, who steadily looks at the onlooker, removing all worries from the heart, filling it with reverence for the Prathama Pujya.
“tayatha om bekandze bekandze maha bekandze radza samudgate soha.”
"To the Bhagawan, whose name, when just heard, dispels the suffering of the lower realms."
Dispeller of sickness and the three poisons
"I bow to Medicine Buddha Lapis Light."
In the lines written above, the Fifth Dalai Lama discusses the role of Medicine Buddha. He prostrates to the deity's limitless abilities to deliver humanity from diverse ailments and life-threatening situations. Medicine Buddha, as the name implies, relates Buddhas' ability to patronise health sciences. This magnificent Brass Statue depicts the Medicine Buddha or Myrobalan Buddha sitting in the Ashirwad Mudra with one hand in the blessing posture and the other hand holding the Bhaisajya-Patra (elixir bowl).
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