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Name: Represent Dying Culture | Framed Tanjore Painting
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: LDC745
Price: 495.00 USD
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This gorgeous artwork explores the enigmatic connection between man and beast, portraying a Man with a Decorated Bull, typically related to the Southern Indian festival of Jallikattu. This Tanjore artwork represents the harmonious coexistence of humanity and nature, where tradition, reverence, and symbiosis converge, presenting your space with a piece of it all.

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	LDC745
	TRADITIONAL COLORS WITH GOLD
	18.00 inch Height X 15.00 inch Width X 1.75 inch Depth
	Weight 2.14 kg

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A Glimpse into Timeless Tradition

This striking piece invites you into a narrative woven with cultural heritage, capturing a moment of profound connection between man and beast. You'll find its rich imagery and artisanal quality to be a captivating focal point in any refined setting. Its presence evokes a sense of enduring tradition and artistry that transcends the ordinary.

The Hands of the Artisan

Crafted using time-honored techniques, this artwork is a testament to meticulous skill and dedication. Each stroke is imbued with the spirit of its makers, employing traditional pigments and genuine gold leaf to achieve unparalleled luminescence and depth. The carefully selected materials, from the vibrant colors to the richly applied gold, reflect the dedication to preserving artisanal excellence.

Visual Poetry and Rich Detail

The composition is a masterpiece of visual storytelling, rendered on a canvas measuring eighteen inches in height and fifteen inches in width, with a substantial depth of 1.75 inches. The intricate gold embellishments frame a scene of vibrant blues and earthy tones, drawing your eye to the central figures. You will appreciate the subtle textures and the interplay of light and shadow, all meticulously rendered to create a scene that is both dynamic and serene.

Echoes of a Cultural Tapestry

Originating from the culturally rich region of Thanjavur, this artwork draws inspiration from a tradition of painting that flourished for centuries. Tanjore paintings are renowned for their adherence to classical South Indian art forms, often depicting deities, mythological scenes, or scenes from everyday life that carry deep cultural significance. This particular piece offers a poignant representation of a way of life, potentially signaling the evolution or legacy of certain cultural practices.

A Sanctuary for Your Space

Imagine this exquisite artwork adorning your living room, study, or entryway, where it will undoubtedly spark conversation and admiration. Its ability to convey a sense of history and cultural depth makes it an ideal addition to spaces dedicated to contemplation or the appreciation of fine art. It serves not merely as decoration, but as a window into a rich cultural narrative, enhancing the ambiance of any discerning home.

Cherished for Generations

To ensure its lasting brilliance, gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth is recommended, avoiding any harsh chemicals or moisture. By adhering to these simple care instructions, you will preserve the integrity of the traditional colors and the shimmering gold leaf for years to come. This commitment to care ensures that this piece remains an heirloom, retaining its artistic and cultural value for generations.

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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