The Warli painting apart from depicting the daily life of the commoners in a beautiful manner has also portrayed how the rural folks revel in dances. The long human chain has been depicted with some masterstrokes. Warli painting are originated in maharashtra and depicts the simplicity of the masses with natural dyes on fabrics. The happy go lucky nature of the rural masses has been treated with colourful designs and the painting has attained the status of a masterpiece thanks to the splendid blending of colours and lines by the painters.
The lush greenery of an Indian village is the treat for the eyes and the beautiful Warli painting is the second best thing to happen after the greenery of a village. The brunches of the trees with birds taking rest on them have been beautifully painted. The huge tree encompassing the village life is giving protection to the people who have also been painted with their day-to-day lives. The paddy field has also been vividly depicted providing solace to the suffering souls. One person is also depicted protecting the paddy field. After all it is a vivid portrayal of the greenery of a village life.
A smart use of colour and patterns plus the effective application of the dewaxing method has given the painting a special beauty to the painting that depicts the charming child Krishna holding a laddoo. The simplicity and gracefulness on the eyes of the child has been clearly depicted in the painting. The method of waxing and dewaxing has given a special effect to the painting. His body is painted light blue and he is wearing some sparkling ornaments.
The two tribal gods out on their eternal journey on the back of the elephant have been given a royal treatment in the dhokra method of sculpture. A richly textured figure of glowing brass, the image reflects the legacy of the rich tribal culture, their artistry and the exceptional cultural brilliance. The figures reflect a rare sense of smoothness and gracefulness.
The beautiful Batik painting depicts the chubby Ganesha in a playful manner. The child is eating ladoos along with his vehicle the mouse. Whereas the child God is painted with some beautiful ornaments on his body, the building and the floor have also been painted in a nice manner. The method of dewaxing has given rise to some beautiful impact on the painting. Lord Ganesha is one of the most revered gods in Hinduism and it is believed that his worship brings good fortune.
Lord Ganesha has been given a royal treatment in the beautiful Batik painting by the artist and the method of waxing and then again dewaxing has given a special impact to the painting. Batik is one of the most popular form of arts and has been in practice since time immemorial though its origin is in Indonesia. Lord Ganesha, the god of wisdom, is one of the most popular deities in Hinduism and is worshipped at the beginning of any ritual ceremony.
The richly ornate figure of the village king reflects a greater sense of satisfaction on his face. Embellishment of the statue reveals the beauty of the rich cultural traits of the tribal people of Bastar. Crafted in the traditional dhokra style, the figure reveals the compelling urge of the tribal people to preserve their rich heritage through the art form. The figure has been crafted in the lost wax method that is quite tedious but has been in vogue for generations.
The beautiful Batik painting depicts the black elephant, a symbol of prosperity and gravity with a touch of perfection and beauty. The back of the elephant is nicely designed with the beautiful carpet. Elephants play a key place in ancient time and they were symbol of prestige for everyone. The figure is being painted with some spectacular carvings on it. The method of waxing and dewaxing has given rise to a spectacular effect in the beautiful painting. The moving figure symbolises the fleeting nature of time. The background is also beautifully painted.
The smiling face of the tribal queen speaks the glorious story of the tribal art form in Bastar. Craftef in the traditional style of Dhokra method, the queen’s figure is embellished with ornaments and jewelries. She is also carrying a vanity bag on her one hand. An ancient form of art, dhokra is popular among the tribal population of Central and North India and this form of art is being crafted in the lost wax method.
The Batik painting of Lord Shiva in a meditative mood reflects the beauty of this genre of art form with some sparkling characteristics. The hallow around the head of the God is beautifully painted. His face also reflects a sense of accomplishment with his half closed eyes. The god is sitting in padmasana on a tiger skin. The method of dewaxing has created a beautiful impact on the picture. Te snake around his neck, the eyes, the red lips everything has been painted with minute details.
The beautiful Batik painting reveals a greater sense of treatment and refinement as the Lord Krishna is being painted steering the chariot for Arjuna in the battle of Kurukshetra. Arjuna with his bow and arrow, the Lord Krishna guiding him, the running horses, the fighters in the opposition camp all has been beautifully painted revealing a greater sense of colour and pattern. The method of waxing and then dewaxing has given rise to a beautiful effect in the painting.
The empire of the King Shailesh has been nicely painted in the Madhubani painting. The king is painted seated on a horse and he is being rounded by a number of human and animal tattoos. The beautiful pattern of colours and outlines feature the beautiful painting. A large number of fishes have been nicely tattooed in the painting. A reflective of the collective spirit of the women of Mithila, the painting shows the refinement of treatment of the king and his empire.
The charming Ganesha is depicted in the fabulous Batik painting dancing in a spirited manner. The white cloth he is wearing has given an impressive appearance. The mouse, his vehicle, is also playing. His headgear, the drapery, the four hands, the ornaments all have been nicely decorated. The method of dewaxing has given a beautiful appearance to the painting. The indigo background is also quite impressive. The Lord is the god of fortune and good luck. He is closely associated with the daily lives of millions of Hindus even today. As he is reputed to be a remover of obstacles he is propitiated before the beginning of any new venture whether it is the building of a new house, the writing of a book, the beginning of a journey or the starting of a new business.
The couple crafted in the traditional Dhokra format reveals a deep esthetic sense of sculptural achievement. The duo are ready to perform in a musical concert as the male is all set to play his dholak. There are some exquisite carvings and designs on the works. Dhokra is a crafting tradition associated mainly with the tribal groups of northern India, including Vindhyas and the Eastern Ghats, Bihar and its surroundings, Orissa, Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal. Numerous images are cast in the dhokra tradition as artisans preserve their millenary culture, custom and belief through the wondrous pieces they create.
The yogic form of Lord Shiva is being given a refine treatment and his body is being detailed out in a royal manner. Painted in a meditative posture, the method of waxing and then dewaxing has given rise to a special effect in the painting. A mature understanding of colour and pattern is evident in the beautiful painting as the artist has made use of a detail pattern of colour.
The beautiful tribal goddess is given a refine and embellished treatment in the traditional dhokra format with some spectacular designs on it. The figure is adorned with lot of ornaments and beautiful designs. The figure is perfect testimony to the refined excellence of the dhokra artists - their hands guided by a desire to preserve their fine art. Meaning "oldest," dhokra is a crafting tradition dating as far back as 2000 B.C. Dhokra art is largely associated with the tribal groups of northern India, including Vindhyas and the Eastern Ghats, Bihar and its surroundings, Orissa, Madhya Pradesh and West Bengal. Myriad images are cast in the dhokra tradition as artisans preserve their millenary culture, custom and belief through the wondrous pieces they create.
Holding an axe on his right hand and the vessel on his left, the forest dweller is on his way to the forest to collect foodstuff and other essentials. The figure reveals a deep sense of self satisfaction and accomplishment as the tribal people are proud of their hard work and self esteem. The body is also adorned nicely with lot of tribal ornaments. This lovely work is crafted with the ancient dhokra technique, a laborious lost wax process practiced in the region. First, a model is sculpted of clay and dried in the sun; it is then covered with beeswax and more clay, forming a mold. The piece is cast, cleaned and again dried in the sun. Finally, it is heated in the ground for five days and polished.