GOCHARAN LELLA
Price range: ₹2,000.00 through ₹21,000.00
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
Lord Krishna is the central figure, depicted with blue skin and adorned with a detailed headdress and garlands. He is shown playing a flute. A large number of white cows with small, colorful dots and decorated horns surround Krishna. Cows are a significant motif in Pichwai art form, revered as a divine symbol and often associated with Krishna, who was raised as a cowherder (Gopala). The scene represents his playful activities (Gocharan Leela) or a festival like Gopashtami. The background features lush green foliage, large banana leaves, and a dark blue sky with white dots, possibly representing stars or a specific time of day. The central scene is surrounded by decorative borders featuring smaller panels with figures of deities and devotees describing various darshans of Shrinathji.
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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