ANNAKUT PICHWAI PAINTING
Price range: ₹1,800.00 through ₹20,000.00
Pichwai art is a traditional painting style from Rajasthan, India, used to decorate temple backdrops, particularly for Lord Krishna. The name "pichwai" means "back hanging" in Hindi. Known for intricate designs and vibrant colors, Pichwai paintings have gained worldwide popularity.
History and Origin: Pichwai painting originated in the 17th century in Nathdwara, Rajasthan, home to the Shrinathji Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Artists from this region created these paintings to depict Krishna's life and stories, and it’s also known as Shreenathji painting.
Themes and Motifs: Pichwai paintings feature Shrinathji with distinct features and include floral, animal, and geometric patterns. Themes vary with seasons, such as pink lotuses for summer and a full moon for Sharad Purnima. Other themes include Raas Leela, Holi, and Annakut. Each painting typically has 24 boxes, called swaroops, depicting various scenes of Krishna and his companions.
Includes 1 Painting
"Annakut" also known as Govardhan Puja means "mountain of food," and this painting depicts the festival where a large variety of vegetarian food is offered to Krishna as a mark of gratitude. The central figure is Shrinathji, a form of Lord Krishna. The scene commemorates the event where Krishna lifted the colossal Govardhan Hill with his fingertip to protect the villagers of Braj from a storm caused by the rain god Indra. To show gratitude for this divine protection, devotees prepare a grand offering of vegetarian dishes, arranged to resemble the Govardhan Hill, symbolizing abundance and divine grace. The composition provides a detailed perspective of the temple shrine decorated for the occasion.
Size: 8in x 12in (20cm x 30cm), 16in x 20in (40cm x 50cm), 24in x 24in (60cm x 60cm), 36in x 48in (91cm x 121cm), 48in x 72in (121cm x 182cm). These dimensions represent both landscape and portrait versions.
Feature: Pichwai Paintings, Krishna Paintings, Shrinathji Paintings, Traditional Paintings, Antique Pichwai Paintings, Made in India
Care: Wipe with a clean cloth, Keep away from moisture and direct sun light.
Disclaimer: This painting is 100% handmade. In handmade products / painting slight imperfections are normal and the final painting color may vary slightly.
Handmade on Cotton Fabric. Customisation available for Canvas.
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