Kathakali Face | Framed Tanjore Painting

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Kathakali Face | Framed Tanjore Painting

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Name: Kathakali Face | Framed Tanjore Painting
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: LDC677
Price: 495.00 USD
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As presented in this Tanjore Kathakali Face, every stroke and colour choice tell a story, inviting you to delve into the depths of human emotions and experiences - cast with additional gold gild. It's a testament to the power of art to convey the profound without words, a reminder of the universality of human expression.

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Specifications

	LDC677
	Traditional Colors with Gold Work
	18.00 inch Height X 15.00 inch Width X 1.00 inch Depth
	Weight 2.12 kg

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An Emblem of Theatrical Majesty

Bring the vibrant spirit of ancient Indian storytelling into your home with this exquisite rendition of a Kathakali artist. Its captivating presence will become an instant focal point, sparking conversation and admiration. You'll find yourself drawn to its intricate details, appreciating the depth of character conveyed.

Masterful Craftsmanship and Rich Materials

Each stroke on this piece reflects the heritage of Tanjore painting, a tradition revered for its opulence and meticulous technique. Created using traditional pigments and genuine gold leaf embellishments, you'll see the meticulous application of each element. The raised gesso work adds a tactile dimension, bringing the artistry to life with remarkable texture and brilliance.

Visual Splendor and Artisanal Details

The striking green visage, framed by an elaborate golden headdress, immediately commands attention. You'll appreciate the rich layering of color and the delicate application of semi-precious stones that adorn the ornamentation, catching the light with every shift. The deep blue background serves to amplify the vividness of the central figure, creating a powerful visual contrast within its 18 inches of height and 15 inches of width. The accompanying dark, textured frame, measuring 1 inch in depth, adds a touch of refined elegance that complements the artwork perfectly.

A Legacy of Performance and Emotion

Kathakali is a classical Indian dance-drama known for its elaborate costumes, dramatic makeup, and expressive gestures. This painting captures the intensity and artistry of the performers, who often portray characters from Hindu epics like the Mahabharata and Ramayana. The bold colors and exaggerated features are symbolic, conveying the specific emotions and moral leanings of the character depicted.

Elevate Your Living Space

This captivating piece is ideally suited for display in a living room, study, or entryway, where it can command attention and inspire awe. Imagine the conversations it will ignite when guests behold its magnificent detail and historical resonance. It serves not merely as decoration but as a window into a rich cultural tradition, a testament to enduring artistic expression.

Preserving Timeless Beauty

To ensure its lasting brilliance, avoid direct sunlight and excessive humidity, which can degrade the traditional pigments and gold leaf. A gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth will maintain its pristine condition. You'll find that with proper care, this artwork will retain its splendor for generations, becoming a cherished 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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