Four-armed Goddess Saraswati Tanjore Painting with Frame

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Four-armed Goddess Saraswati Tanjore Painting with Frame

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In this Tanjore painting, Goddess Saraswati, also known as Shwetambari and Shwetapadmasana, is represented in her most attractive form. The captivating image of Goddess Saraswati, exquisitely represented in her four-armed form, also known as Chaturbhuja, is the focal focus of this artwork. She holds a veena (stringed musical instrument) in one hand and a sacred text in the other, representing her embodiment of music, arts, and learning.

She is dressed in a white saree with a silver border made of silver plating, and her jewellery are made of semi-precious stones. Saraswati's face has been meticulously detailed by the artist, reflecting her ethereal beauty and celestial knowledge. This Tanjore painting, with traditional colours and gold and silver craftsmanship, is a suitable tribute to the enchantress Saraswati.

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	WSC344
	Traditional Colors with Gold Work
	12.00 inch Height X 10.00 inch Width X 0.75 inch Depth
	Weight 820 gm

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An Embodiment of Wisdom and Artistry

Invite divine grace and scholarly inspiration into your space with this exquisite rendition. Perfect for contemplation or as a statement piece, it radiates serenity and intellectual pursuit, a testament to timeless cultural values. You’ll find yourself drawn to its intricate details and the palpable aura of peace it emanates.

The Sacred Art of Tanjore

Experience the masterful tradition of Tanjore painting, a centuries-old art form renowned for its rich pigments and opulent gold embellishments. Each stroke is applied with meticulous care by skilled artisans, using natural colors and authentic gold foil to create a luminous, almost three-dimensional effect. This dedication to heritage ensures that you receive a piece not merely of art, but of living history, crafted with reverence and precision.

Divine Radiance and Rich Detail

Within its elegant frame, the depiction of the four-armed Goddess unfolds with captivating allure. Her serene countenance is brought to life with delicate brushwork, while her many arms hold symbols of knowledge and creativity, including the veena, a musical instrument synonymous with her grace. The traditional colors are vibrant and enduring, enhanced by generous applications of genuine gold work that catch the light, creating an ethereal glow. The rich, embossed borders frame the central image, adding depth and a sense of regal splendor to the composition, within a presentation that measures approximately 12 inches in height and 10 inches in width.

A Legacy of Learning and Harmony

This depiction honors Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, art, speech, wisdom, and learning. Revered across South Asia, she is often depicted seated on a lotus, holding the veena, and a book, symbolizing her mastery over all forms of expression and understanding. To behold this artwork is to connect with an ancient lineage of scholars, artists, and musicians who sought her blessings for enlightenment and creative inspiration.

Enriching Your Sanctuary

Imagine this sacred artwork gracing your study, meditation room, or a prominent place in your living area. It serves as a powerful focal point, inspiring creativity and fostering an atmosphere of calm reflection. Whether you are a devotee seeking spiritual connection or an admirer of fine art, it brings an undeniable sense of sophistication and cultural depth to any environment. Its compact size, approximately 0.75 inches deep, makes it adaptable to various display needs.

Preserving Enduring Beauty

To ensure the longevity and brilliance of this masterpiece, we recommend gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid direct sunlight and humidity, which can affect the delicate gold leaf and pigments over time. By following these simple care instructions, you will preserve the vibrant beauty and spiritual essence of this hand-crafted piece for generations to come, ensuring it remains a treasured heirloom.

Gilded Elegance: Unraveling the Artistry of Tanjore Paintings

Tanjore painting is a traditional form of art in the South Indian style and was started by the inhabitants of a small town known as Thanjavur of Tamil Nadu. This gives it another name called “Thanjavur painting”. This painting draws its figures, designs, and inspiration from the time when Vedic culture was prevalent in India. Certain remarkable features of a Tanjore painting distinguish it from other paintings. Some of these are pure gold or gold foil coating on gesso work, the use of rich and vivid colors, and the inlay of cut-glass or semi-precious and precious stones. The subjects of most of the Tanjore paintings are Hindu Gods, Goddesses, and saints. The main devotional figure is portrayed in the central portion of the painting and is usually surrounded by various secondary figures.

The process of making a Tanjore painting

The classic Tanjore paintings are done on wooden planks and hence are also referred to as Palagai Padam in South India (Palagai = Wooden plank, Padam = Picture). Creating a masterpiece is never an easy task but the skilled artists of Thanjavur have been following the tradition of making timeless Tanjore paintings for decades.

The making process begins with preparing the wooden board or canvas. The size of the board depends upon the choice of the patron. The next step is to paste cardboard over the wooden board and then a cotton fabric is stretched and pasted upon it using Arabic gum.

Now that the cloth is attached to the wooden panel, a rough sketch of the motifs and figure is drawn onto the fabric. After this, a paste of chalk powder and water-soluble adhesive is evenly applied over the base and smoothed.

Thereafter, the outlines which were made or traced using a stencil are now ready to be beautified and decked with various add-ons. The usual materials for decoration are cut-glass, pearls, semi-precious and precious gems, gold leaf, and laces. 22 or 18 Karat Gold leaves and gems of varied hues are especially inlaid in areas like pillars, arches, walls, thrones, and dresses. In the final step, the rest of the painting is filled with rich and striking colors such as shades of red, blue, and green. Formerly, the artists used natural colors like vegetable and mineral dyes instead of chemical paints. The entire painting is then cleaned and refined to give a flawless finished look.

Since the making of a single piece of Tanjore painting requires a complex and elaborate process, the artists usually take at least one or two months to complete it. The use of pure gold foil and gems for beautification is a characteristic of an authentic Tanjore painting. Due to this, Tanjore paintings last for generations without getting tarnished and are much more expensive than general paintings. Though the art form has undergone various changes and technique modifications over the years, it continues to attract the hearts of art lovers.

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