Palm Leaf Painting (Talapatra Chitra) – Dancing Ganesha Ecstatic

This intricate Palm Leaf Painting (Talapatra Chitra) depicting a beautiful dancing form of Lord Ganesha and ecstatic face is a unique piece of art that represents the sacred traditions of Odisha. It's also known as Devakala as the subjects primarily draw its inspiration from Vedas and Puranas.

Width: 20 cm
Height: 25 cm

Base: Palm Leaf 
Framing: without a frame

About Talapatra Chitra

Palm Leaf is locally known as Talapatra. Before paper was invented, palm leaves were used as a base to write on. In ancient times, the manuscripts were written on the these leaves. Converting the leaves into the base material is a meticulous process. Using a sharp tool, drawings are etched/engraved on the leaf. Lampblack mixed with oil is applied on the leaf, which highlights the engraved lines and the drawing is surfaced. There is no room for error as engraving can't be undone. Artisans from Odisha have cherished these ancient traditions and now transformed it into a unique art form which is world known for its intricate pictorial depiction of our cultural heritage such as  Dashavatar, Ramayan, Shivpuran etc.

Product Care

Avoid direct exposure to dust, sunlight, humidity and water.
For longevity, glass framing is recommended.