Goddess Gajalakshmi Tanjore Painting with Teakwood Frame

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Goddess Gajalakshmi Tanjore Painting with Teakwood Frame

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In the durable embrace of a teakwood frame, the divine Goddess Gajalakshmi graces this Tanjore painting. Her presence radiates opulence and abundance, a symbol of prosperity's gentle touch. Adorned with golden embellishments, she sits upon a lotus throne, her six hands bestowing blessings and wealth upon all who seek her grace. With each glance, she showers you with the blessings of wealth, wisdom, and well-being. Invite her into your home and let her effulgent aura fill your space with affluence and harmony.

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Specifications

	WSC341
	Artist PRABHU TANJORE
	Traditional Colors with Gold Work
	12.50 inch Height X 10.50 inch Width X 1.50 inch Depth
	Weight 1.14 kg

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Evoke Abundance and Prosperity

Invite divine blessings and a sense of serene prosperity into your sanctuary with this exquisite representation. You'll appreciate the way its radiant presence transforms any space into a haven of auspicious energy. It serves as a constant reminder of wealth, good fortune, and the nurturing spirit of the divine.

A Legacy of Timeless Craftsmanship

Painstakingly created using age-old artisanal techniques, this masterpiece embodies the rich heritage of Tanjore painting. Skilled hands have meticulously applied vibrant, traditional colors and genuine gold leaf, imbuing the depiction with a divine luminosity. The intricate detailing and the layered application of materials speak to a dedication to quality and a profound respect for artistic tradition, ensuring a work of enduring beauty.

Visual Splendor and Rich Embellishments

The artwork itself is a symphony of color and texture, presented within a meticulously crafted teakwood frame that complements its regal aura. The central figure, adorned with richly rendered ornaments and garments, emanates grace and power. Flanking the goddess, two elephants, symbolic of strength and wisdom, gently offer lotus flowers, further enhancing the scene's auspicious symbolism. The deep, resonant background, highlighted with intricate gold patterns, provides a stunning contrast to the vibrant central motif. The entire composition, measuring 12.50 inches in height and 10.50 inches in width with a depth of 1.50 inches, is designed to captivate and inspire.

Embodiment of Divine Grace

This depiction draws inspiration from the revered form of Gajalakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, often depicted with elephants. In Hindu mythology, she is a manifestation of Lakshmi, the bringer of fortune, abundance, and well-being. The presence of elephants symbolizes not only regal power but also the showering of blessings and the ability to overcome obstacles, making this a potent symbol of divine favor and material comfort.

An Auspicious Focal Point

Perfect for adorning your home altar, meditation space, or any area where you seek to cultivate peace and prosperity, this piece serves as a beautiful focal point. You might choose to display it in your living room to welcome guests with an atmosphere of warmth and good fortune, or in your study to inspire creativity and success. Its spiritual significance and aesthetic appeal make it a cherished addition to any discerning collection, bringing a touch of sacred art into your daily life.

Preserving Its Enduring Radiance

To maintain the exquisite beauty of this artwork for generations to come, we recommend gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using any cleaning agents or moisture, as these can damage the delicate gold work and traditional colors. By providing it with a stable environment, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature fluctuations, you will ensure that its divine luminescence and artisanal charm remain undimmed, preserving its value and its ability to inspire peace and prosperity.

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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