{"title":"Folk Art","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTejas Gallery launches itself on Shopify with a brand new collection of folk-art.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWe at Tejas have always believed in building bridges in art.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBy guiding talented artists to rework their inherited traditions with a contemporary aesthetic, we feel we are\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esaving their heritage from stagnating, even as new forms continue to emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\nOur \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eunique collection of contemporary Kalighats, quirky Gonds, spectacular Bhil art and Midnapore patachitras on paper, wood, metal and cloth is quaranteed to bring colour and positivity to your interiors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cats-on-synthesizers-in-outer-space-2","title":"Jazz Cats - 1 by Bhaskar Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist : Bhaskar Chitrakar \u003cbr\u003eTitle : Jazz Cats - 1 \u003cbr\u003eMedium : Natural colours on handmade paper \u003cbr\u003eSize : 11\" x 15\" \u003cbr\u003eYear : 2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Kalighat patas” are a class of paintings on paper produced by ‘patuas’ in the neighbourhood of the famous Kali Temple in Calcutta in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Popular themes included Hindu deities, satirical portrayals of Englishmen and 'babus', historical events and incidents of daily life. \u003cbr\u003eIn recent times, one artist belonging to a family of patuas, young Bhaskar Chitrakar of Kalighat, is reviving this style. This painting, done in powder pigments on hand-made paper, is a part of a limited edition series created especially for an experimental arts show. \u003cbr\u003eThe series is titled \"Jazz Cats\" - it is the artist's version of the Kalighat cat as jazz musician. \u003cbr\u003eThe absolute incongruity of the visual is its appeal!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39839880970414,"sku":"BKCSET3","price":22000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/5-scaled.jpg?v=1621677557"},{"product_id":"woman-with-snake-by-bhaskar-chitrakar-2","title":"Woman with Snake by Bhaskar Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist : Bhaskar Chitrakar \u003cbr\u003eTitle : Woman with snake \u003cbr\u003eMedium : Natural colours on handmade paper \u003cbr\u003eSize : 20\" x 27.5\" \u003cbr\u003eYear : 2015\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Kalighat patas” are a class of paintings on paper produced by ‘patuas’ in the neighbourhood of the famous Kali Temple in Calcutta in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Popular themes included Hindu deities, satirical portrayals of Englishmen and 'babus', historical events and incidents of daily life. \u003cbr\u003eIn recent times, one artist belonging to a family of patuas, young Bhaskar Chitrakar of Kalighat, is reviving this style. This painting, done in powder pigments on hand-made paper, is a portrayal of the myth of the 'snake-woman', done in an old style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39839881461934,"sku":"BKC123","price":50000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/20-x-27.5.jpg?v=1621677563"},{"product_id":"three-musicians-by-bhaskar-chitrakar","title":"Charlie Chaplin in Kalighat by Bhaskar Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist : Bhaskar Chitrakar \u003cbr\u003eTitle  :  Charlie Chaplin in Kalighat\u003cbr\u003eMedium : Natural colours on handmade paper \u003cbr\u003eSize : 11” x 15” \u003cbr\u003eYear : 2022\u003cbr\u003eCategory: Kalighat patachitra\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Kalighat patas” are a class of paintings on paper produced by ‘patuas’ in the neighbourhood of the famous Kali Temple at Kalighat , in Calcutta in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Popular themes included Hindu deities, satirical portrayals of Englishmen and 'babus', historical events, incidents of daily life, flora and fauna. \u003cbr\u003eIn recent times young Bhaskar Chitrakar of Kalighat is reviving this style with his own quirky twists. This patachitra depicts an imaginary scene where Charlie Chaplin plays the 'dhak' at Kalighat, while the gods, goddesses, cat and crow look on approvingly. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39839882838190,"sku":"","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/CharlieChaplininKalighat.jpg?v=1701004946"},{"product_id":"gond-bull-with-fishes-by-various-gond-artists","title":"Gond Bull with fishes by Various Gond Artists","description":"\u003cp\u003eTitle :       Gond Bull with fishes \u003cbr\u003eArtist :      Lilesh Urweti\u003cbr\u003eMedium : Paint on paper \u003cbr\u003eSize :        11.75\" x 16.25\" \u003cbr\u003eYear :        2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n--\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGond paintings are a form of tribal art that is practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its versatility, Gond art is undergoing a huge revival in the world of art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39839888179374,"sku":"GOND003","price":5500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/11.75-x-16.25-big-2.jpg?v=1621677585"},{"product_id":"gond-hedgehog-with-snake-by-lilesh-urweti","title":"Gond Hedgehog with snake by Lilesh Urweti","description":"\u003cp\u003eTitle   :  Gond Hedgehog with snake\n\u003cbr\u003eArtist  :  Lilesh Urweti\n\u003cbr\u003eMedium  :  Paint on paper\n\u003cbr\u003eSize    :  11.75\" x 16.25\"\n\u003cbr\u003eYear    : 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eGond paintings are a form of tribal art that is practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its versatility, Gond art is undergoing a huge revival in the art world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39839888343214,"sku":"GOND045","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/big-1.jpg?v=1621677589"},{"product_id":"mother-tree-and-forest-family-gond-canvas-painting-by-lilesh-urweti","title":"Mother-Tree and Forest Family, Gond canvas painting by Lilesh Urweti","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :     Lilesh Kr Urweti\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Title :       Mother-Tree \u0026amp; Forest Family                                                                  Medium : Acrylic on canvas\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Size :         24\" x 36\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The Gond tribal community of central India believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\" This led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter extends from myths and folklores to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees - all these originally existed as notes and lyrics of their storytelling musical traditions, and have gradually manifested on paper and canvas in a very distinctive style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond artists use lines, dots and dashes in such a way that they convey a sense of movement to the still images. Colours are always bright and vivid, reflecting the beauty of nature. According to the Gond belief system, each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and consequently, is sacred. So Gond paintings are a form of respect and reverence, and a reflection of man’s close connection with nature. Some artists also take inspiration from myths and legends, activities of daily life, and abstract concepts like emotions, dreams and imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40063806963886,"sku":"LKU004","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/Serendipity.jpg?v=1644080618"},{"product_id":"kali-kahlo-with-necklace-veil-by-bhaskar-chitrakar","title":"Kali-Kahlo with necklace \u0026 veil by Bhaskar Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :      Bhaskar Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :        Kali-Kahlo with necklace and veil                                                                          Medium : Natural colours on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        11\" x 15\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :        2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBHASKAR CHITRAKAR lives in Kalighat and actively practices the patachitra art form in its traditional medium of natural ground colours on paper. When introduced to Frida Kahlo, he resonated with her love of colour, animals and flowers, the symbolism in her works, her respect for her ancestry, her clothes, her gaze. And the “Kali-Kahlo” series was born.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBhaskar has used powder pigments on paper for his self-portraits of Frida in Kalighat. Flowing Mexican clothes are replaced by Indian ethnic wear. What remains unchanged is the essence of the woman, her steadfast gaze, her untrimmed unibrow, her mask-like face appropriating her viewer.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBhaskar’s patachitras have always used symbols, his crows, cats, roses and dogs representing a life of leisure lived by the ‘babus’ of the British era. Kahlo’s symbols are articulations of her life and her female identity - thorns, flowing hair, hummingbirds, jewellery and wild pets. She is both warrior and martyr. Bhaskar respects her courage, and presents her as a strong woman of Bengal. The artist's contemporary versions of the Kalighat patachitra are now an art form in themselves, particularly the very popular Kali-Kahlo series, where the iconic Mexican artist  Frida Kahlo is portrayed as a feisty and beautiful Bengali woman.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40295806632110,"sku":"BKC012","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/KaliKahlowithveil.jpg?v=1623748549"},{"product_id":"wooden-spoons-painted-by-midnapore-patua-artists","title":"Wooden spoons painted by Midnapore patua artists","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :      Various\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :        Wooden spoons - painted (set of 2)                                                                          Medium :  Paint on wood\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :         15\" x 2.75\" \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :         2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. The Midnapore ”potuas” usually draw and paint their stories on a long piece of jute or handmade paper, which they unfurl for potential buyers, singing the story. The themes are usually popular Hindu deities and saints, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, animals and birds.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe same artists have begun painting on household objects, using acrylic and enamel paints, but adhering to their themes and style of old. Tejas gallery is partner to this initiative and is helping the artists to re-conceptualise and re-invent their artwork and medium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40463248916654,"sku":"MIDSP001","price":300.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/A_f10bcafc-f1b6-4be2-abdc-108a29c79692.jpg?v=1625214127"},{"product_id":"searching-for-baby-gond-painting-by-mahipal","title":"The Ocean : Gond painting by Lilesh Urweti","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :        The Ocean \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :      Lilesh Urweti\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium : Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        10” x 14”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :        2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond paintings are a form of folk-art practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to its versatility, Gond art is undergoing a huge revival these days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40547599089838,"sku":"GOND025","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/10_c4275afd-4a44-4be6-a0fb-a2fbd6c78935.jpg?v=1678539612"},{"product_id":"cycle-of-life-gond-painting-by-omprakash-dhurwey","title":"Cycle of Life : Gond painting by OmPrakash Dhurwey","description":"\u003cp\u003eTitle       :  Cycle of Life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist      :  Om Prakash Dhurwey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium :  Paint on paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize        :  11\" x 15\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGond art uses the traditional strokes of dashes and dots to represent nature, animals and the stories of village life. Originally painted onto mud walls, gond art is now a very popular form of folk-art, collected all over the world. It is said that viewing a piece of gond art brings good luck! Artists now use commercoial paints, paper and canvas, and as they get recognition in the form of awards and residencies, their works are slowly entering the realms of gallery art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOmPrakash Dhurwey is a young gond artist from the Dhindori district of Madhya Pradesh. He incorporates contemporary techniques within the realms of his gond artwork, A book is being written on him and his art, by Dilli Haat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40878019575982,"sku":"OPD001","price":10000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/OPD001.jpg?v=1628940110"},{"product_id":"we-are-family-1-by-bhuri-bai","title":"We Are Family - 1 by Bhuri Bai","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle        :  We Are Family - 1 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist      :  Bhuri Bai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize        :  15\" x 21.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium :  Posterpaints on paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear        :  2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePadmaShri awardee Bhuri Bai is a Bhil artist from Pitol village who is now collected and feted by galleries and museums all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShe was encouraged by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Jagdish_Swaminathan\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Jagdish_Swaminathan\"\u003eJ Swaminathan\u003c\/a\u003e of Bhopal's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bharat_Bhavan\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bharat_Bhavan\"\u003eBharat Bhavan\u003c\/a\u003e to start using acrylic colours and paper to make paintings. Before that, she, like other members of her community, would create art on the walls of her home, using colour extracted from plants and clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBhil art is considered by some to be the oldest of India's tribal art forms. It bears similarity to the aboriginal art of Australia in its use of multi-coloured filler dots. Bhuri Bai has contemporarized this folk-art from on colourful canvases depicting man-animal interactions which include planes and cellphones!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41418534781102,"sku":"BRB001","price":24000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/Bhuribai2a15x21.5_1.jpg?v=1633258064"},{"product_id":"mother-and-babies-gond-canvas-painting-by-lilesh-kr-urweti","title":"Mother and Babies Gond canvas painting by Lilesh Kr Urweti","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :     Lilesh Kr Urweti\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :       Mother and babies                                                                                Medium : Acrylic on canvas\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :         28\" x 35\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community of central India believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\" This led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter extends from myths and folklores to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees - all these originally existed as notes and lyrics of their storytelling musical traditions, and have gradually manifested on paper and canvas in a very distinctive style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond artists use lines, dots and dashes in such a way that they convey a sense of movement to the still images. Colours are always bright and vivid, reflecting the beauty of nature. According to the Gond belief system, each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and consequently, is sacred. So Gond paintings are a form of respect and reverence, and a reflection of man’s close connection with nature. Some artists also take inspiration from myths and legends, activities of daily life, and abstract concepts like emotions, dreams and imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41753137479854,"sku":"LKU022","price":12000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/1Canvas28x35.jpg?v=1637412637"},{"product_id":"flights-of-fancy-gond-painting-by-ujala-urweti","title":"Flights of Fancy : Gond painting by Ujala Urweti","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :        Flights of Fancy\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :       Ujala Urweti\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium : Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        10” x 14”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :        2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond paintings are a form of folk-art practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to its versatility, Gond art is undergoing a huge revival these days. The artists too are moving towards more contemporary themes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42178150727854,"sku":"GOND030","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/7_e74b33e6-13ec-45f3-bbdb-8eafa577dab6.jpg?v=1644081635"},{"product_id":"sunflowers-gond-painting-by-lilesh-urweti","title":"Sunflowers : Gond painting by Lilesh Urweti","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :        Sunflowers\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :      Lilesh Urweti\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium : Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        10” x 13”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :        2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond paintings are a form of folk-art practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a unique gond painting touching on the very contemporary issue of the war in Ukraine. Sunflowers are the national flower of Ukraine, and the painting brings the message of \"No More Wars.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42427336130734,"sku":"GOND024","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/24.jpg?v=1648991551"},{"product_id":"hand-painted-bamboo-fan-by-midnapore-patachitra-artists","title":"Hand-painted bamboo fan by Midnapore patachitra artists","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :       Various\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :         Painted hand-fan                                                                                                Medium :  Paint on bamboo\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :         11.5\" x 6\" x 7\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :         2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The Midnapore ”potuas” usually draw and paint their stories on a long piece of jute or handmade paper, which they unfurl for potential buyers, singing the story.The themes are usually popular Hindu deities and saints, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life - farming, dancing, playing music, and different species of Indian fauna.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe same artists have begun painting on brassware, wood, bamboo and cloth using commercial paints, but adhering to their themes and style of old. Tejas gallery is partner to this initiative and is helping the artists to re-conceptualise and re-invent their artwork and medium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42834218844334,"sku":"MIDPAT001","price":350.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/1650701327826.webp?v=1651764107"},{"product_id":"painted-bamboo-hand-fan-both-sides-painted-by-midnapore-patuas","title":"Painted bamboo hand-fan (both sides painted) by Midnapore patuas","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :       Various\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Title :         Painted hand-fan (both sides painted)                                                                Medium :  Paint on bamboo\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Size :         11.5\" x 6\" x 7\" (large) 10\" x 3.5\" (small)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Year :         2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e About a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e “Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The Midnapore ”potuas” usually draw and paint their stories on a long piece of jute or handmade paper, which they unfurl for potential buyers, singing the story.The themes are usually popular Hindu deities and saints, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life - farming, dancing, playing music, and different species of Indian fauna.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The same artists have begun painting on brassware, wood, bamboo and cloth using commercial paints, but adhering to their themes and style of old. Tejas gallery is partner to this initiative and is helping the artists to re-conceptualise and re-invent their artwork and medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis collection of hand-fans with tigers, fish, birds, butterflies, and the flora and fauna of Bengal is a specially curated one for Tejas Gallery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42958357561518,"sku":"MIDPAT002","price":400.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/smallfans1a.jpg?v=1656847046"},{"product_id":"two-friends-gond-painting-by-mahipal","title":"We are family : Gond painting by Dhaneshwari","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :           We are family                                                                                                  Artist :         Dhaneshwari\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium :    Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           10” x 14”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :           2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond paintings are a form of folk-art practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis beautiful work in unusual colours is an original contemporary gond painting. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43004778512558,"sku":"GOND011","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/TEJTBH039.jpg?v=1713670467"},{"product_id":"tiger-gond-paper-painting-by-ujala-urweti","title":"Tiger : Gond paper painting by Ujala Urweti","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :           Tiger                                                                                                           Artist :          Ujala Urweti\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium :     Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :            14\" x 10\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :            2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond paintings are a form of folk-art practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis strong contemporary work celebrates the Chinese Year of the Tiger. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43004783493294,"sku":"GOND012","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/4_6e6e5e5e-5169-4758-b682-7d7727a0e87e.jpg?v=1654627436"},{"product_id":"peacock-family-gond-paper-painting-by-lilesh-kr-urweti-1","title":"Conference of birds  : Gond paper painting by Ujjala Urweti","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :           Conference of birds\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :          Ujjala Urweti\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium :     Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :            10” x 14”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :            2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond paintings are a form of folk-art practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to its versatility, Gond art is undergoing a huge revival these days. The artists too are moving towards more contemporary themes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43004797845678,"sku":"GOND014","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/6_f5b7fccd-f565-4cda-8d02-4cd2429b3f98.jpg?v=1713712180"},{"product_id":"lion-king-gond-paper-painting-by-ujala-urweti","title":"Lion King : Gond paper painting by Ujala Urweti","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :        Lion King\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :       Ujala Urweti\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium :  Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :         10” x 14”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :         2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond paintings are a form of folk-art practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to its versatility, Gond art is undergoing a huge revival these days. The artists too are moving towards more contemporary themes. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43004807282862,"sku":"GOND015","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/13_21173102-6a4f-475a-bf12-d95474b18c44.jpg?v=1654628329"},{"product_id":"village-life-gond-painting-by-dhansingh-patta","title":"Village Life : Gond painting by Kamli Kushram","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Village Life\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Kamli Kushram\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium :   Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :          10” x 14”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :          2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond paintings are a form of folk-art practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to its versatility, Gond art is undergoing a huge revival these days. The artists too are moving towards more contemporary themes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43004874784942,"sku":"GOND016","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/LKUTAG078.jpg?v=1713670807"},{"product_id":"at-the-well-gond-paper-painting-by-eshwar-patta","title":"At The Pond : Gond paper painting by B Natam","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :         At The Pond\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :       B Natam\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium :  Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :         10” x 14”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :         2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond paintings are a form of folk-art practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to its versatility, Gond art is undergoing a huge revival these days. The artists too are moving towards more contemporary themes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43004891660462,"sku":"GOND017","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/LKUTAG087.jpg?v=1713759636"},{"product_id":"forest-friends-gond-art-by-dhansingh-patta","title":"A Day in my Life : Gond art by B Natam","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :         A day in my Life\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :       B Natam\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium :  Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :         10” x 14”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :         2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond paintings are a form of folk-art practiced by one of the largest and most artistic tribes of India, the Gonds of Madhya Pradesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\"...this led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs for centuries. Today, Gond art has moved onto paper and canvas with talented artists showcasing their signature styles, using the old tradition of fine lines, dots and dashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter of Gond art extends from myth and folklore to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees. Since they believe that each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and, consequently, is sacred, so all Gond art is a form of respect and reverence. The paintings are a reflection of their close connection to their natural surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe style of Gond art can best be described as ‘on line work’. The artist draws the inner as well as outer lines with great skill so as to convey a sense of motion to the still images. Dots and dashes are added to increase both the sense of movement and the detailing. Colours are always bright and vivid, the paints being derived naturally from charcoal, flowers, coloured soil, plant matter and sand. Nowadays, with the use of paper and canvas, artists prefer the convenience and uniformity of poster colours and acrylics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to its versatility, Gond art is undergoing a huge revival these days. The artists too are moving towards more contemporary themes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43004909387950,"sku":"GOND018","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/1_2.jpg?v=1713759430"},{"product_id":"kali-kahlo-with-cat-cigarette-and-hookah-frida-kahlo-inspired-kalighat-patachitra-by-bhaskar-chitrakar","title":"Kali-Kahlo with Saree, Cat, and flowers : Frida Kahlo inspired Kalighat patachitra by Bhaskar Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :      Bhaskar Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :        Kali-Kahlo with Saree, Cat, and flowers                                                              Medium : Natural colours on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        11\" x 15\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :        2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBHASKAR CHITRAKAR lives in Kalighat and actively practices the patachitra art form in its traditional medium of natural ground colours on paper. When introduced to Frida Kahlo, he resonated with her love of colour, animals and flowers, the symbolism in her works, her respect for her ancestry, her clothes, her gaze. And the “Kali-Kahlo” series was born.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBhaskar has used powder pigments on paper for his self-portraits of Frida in Kalighat. Flowing Mexican clothes are replaced by Indian ethnic wear. What remains unchanged is the essence of the woman, her steadfast gaze, her untrimmed unibrow, her mask-like face appropriating her viewer.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBhaskar’s patachitras have always used symbols, his crows, cats, roses and dogs representing a life of leisure lived by the ‘babus’ of the British era. Kahlo’s symbols are articulations of her life and her female identity - thorns, flowing hair, hummingbirds, jewellery and wild pets. She is both warrior and martyr. Bhaskar respects her courage, and presents her as a strong woman of Bengal. The artist's contemporary versions of the Kalighat patachitra are now an art form in themselves, particularly the very popular Kali-Kahlo series, where the feminist Mexican artist  Frida Kahlo is portrayed as a feisty and beautiful Bengali woman. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43075161850030,"sku":"BKC104","price":25000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/KaliKahlowithsareeandcat.jpg?v=1701004331"},{"product_id":"inner-peace-midnapore-patachitra-painting-by-layala-chitrakar","title":"Inner Peace : Midnapore patachitra painting by Layala Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Layala Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Title :          Inner Peace                                                                                          Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Size :           14” x 22”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Year :           2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e “Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Layala Chitrakar has mastered the Kalighat style of painting and combined it with the Midnapore medium to produce enchanting works with a touch of the contemporary, giving her works a special universal appeal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43172108632238,"sku":"LLC012","price":10000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/1659187117025_2.jpg?v=1659187621"},{"product_id":"bird-scroll-1-by-sonali-chitrakar","title":"Bird Scroll 1 by Sonali Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Sonali Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Birds 1                                                                                                        Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           28\" x 12\"                                                                                                                 Year : 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Sonali Chitrakar has learnt the art from her famous mother Swarna Chitrakar, but her enchanting works are very much her own, both in theme and in execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43196810821806,"sku":"SNC001","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/1_4dd023f1-2226-47b3-84e3-5cad9cc23054.jpg?v=1676730230"},{"product_id":"bird-scroll-4-by-sonali-chitrakar","title":"Bird Scroll 4 by Sonali Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Sonali Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Birds 4                                                                                                        Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           28\" x 12\"                                                                                                           Year :           2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Sonali Chitrakar has learnt the art from her famous mother Swarna Chitrakar, but her enchanting works are very much her own, both in theme and in execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43196853158062,"sku":"SNC004","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/products\/SNC004.jpg?v=1676730623"},{"product_id":"frida-kahlo-with-tiger-and-cigarette-by-layala-chitrakar","title":"Frida Kahlo with tiger and parrot by Layala Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eArtist :        Layala Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Frida Kahlo with tiger and parrot                                                                    Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           14” x 22”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :           2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAbout a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Layala Chitrakar has mastered the Kalighat style of painting and combined it with the Midnapore medium to produce enchanting works with a touch of the contemporary, giving her works a special universal appeal. This work is one of the first Frida Kahlo inspired pieces ever produced by a Midnapore patachitra artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43264845709486,"sku":"LLC004","price":9000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/Layala4.jpg?v=1721018077"},{"product_id":"frida-on-a-tiger-by-layala-chitrakar","title":"Frida on a Tiger by Layala Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eArtist :        Layala Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Frida on a tiger                                                                                   Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           14” x 22”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :           2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAbout a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Layala Chitrakar has mastered the Kalighat style of painting and combined it with the Midnapore medium to produce enchanting works with a touch of the contemporary, giving her works a special universal appeal. This work is one of the first Frida Kahlo inspired pieces ever produced by a Midnapore patachitra artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43264854393006,"sku":"LLC007","price":9000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/Layala2.jpg?v=1732339804"},{"product_id":"birds-5-midnapore-patachitra-painting-by-sonali-chitrakar","title":"Birds 5 : Midnapore patachitra painting by Sonali Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Sonali Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Birds 5                                                                                                        Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           28\" x 12\"                                                                                                           Year :         2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Sonali Chitrakar has learnt the art from her famous mother Swarna Chitrakar, but her enchanting works are very much her own, both in theme and in execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43980335022254,"sku":"SNC010","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/SNCTAG001.jpg?v=1684596219"},{"product_id":"birds-6-midnapore-patachitra-painting-by-sonali-chitrakar","title":"Birds 6 : Midnapore patachitra painting by Sonali Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Sonali Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Birds 6                                                                                                        Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           28\" x 12\"                                                                                                           Year :          2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Sonali Chitrakar has learnt the art from her famous mother Swarna Chitrakar, but her enchanting works are very much her own, both in theme and in execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43980337807534,"sku":"SNC011","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/SNCTAG002.jpg?v=1684596476"},{"product_id":"birds-7-midnapore-patachitra-painting-scroll-by-sonali-chitrakar","title":"Birds 7 : Midnapore patachitra painting scroll by Sonali Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Sonali Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Birds 7                                                                                                        Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           28\" x 12\"                                                                                                           Year :          2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Sonali Chitrakar has learnt the art from her famous mother Swarna Chitrakar, but her enchanting works are very much her own, both in theme and in execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43980340330670,"sku":"SNC012","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/SNCTAG003.jpg?v=1684596741"},{"product_id":"birds-8-midnapore-patachitra-painting-by-sonali-chitrakar","title":"Birds 8 : Midnapore patachitra painting by Sonali Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Sonali Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Birds 4                                                                                                        Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           28\" x 12\"                                                                                                           Year :          2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Sonali Chitrakar has learnt the art from her famous mother Swarna Chitrakar, but her enchanting works are very much her own, both in theme and in execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43980345278638,"sku":"SNC013","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/SNCTAG004.jpg?v=1684597146"},{"product_id":"birds-9-midnapore-painted-patachitra-scroll-by-sonali-chitrakar","title":"Birds 9 : MIdnapore painted patachitra scroll by Sonali Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Sonali Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :         Birds 9                                                                                                        Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           28\" x 12\"                                                                                                           Year :          2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Sonali Chitrakar has learnt the art from her famous mother Swarna Chitrakar, but her enchanting works are very much her own, both in theme and in execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43980348489902,"sku":"SNC015","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/SNCTAG005.jpg?v=1684597430"},{"product_id":"birds10-midnapore-patachitra-painting-by-sonali-chitrakar","title":"Birds10 : Midnapore patachitra painting by Sonali Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Sonali Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Birds 10                                                                                                        Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           28\" x 12\"                                                                                                           Year :          2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Sonali Chitrakar has learnt the art from her famous mother Swarna Chitrakar, but her enchanting works are very much her own, both in theme and in execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43980351373486,"sku":"SNC016","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/SNCTAG006.jpg?v=1684597671"},{"product_id":"tree-of-life-2-gond-canvas-painting-by-lilesh-kr-urweti","title":"Tree of Life 2 : Gond canvas painting by Lilesh Kr Urweti","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :     Lilesh Kr Urweti\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :       Tree of Life - 2                                                                                            Medium : Acrylic on canvas\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :         28\" x 28\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community of central India believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\" This led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubject matter extends from myths and folklores to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees - all these originally existed as notes and lyrics of their storytelling musical traditions, and have gradually manifested on paper and canvas in a very distinctive style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond artists use lines, dots and dashes in such a way that they convey a sense of movement to the still images. Colours are always bright and vivid, reflecting the beauty of nature. According to the Gond belief system, each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and consequently, is sacred. So Gond paintings are a form of respect and reverence, and a reflection of man’s close connection with nature. Some artists also take inspiration from myths and legends, activities of daily life, and abstract concepts like emotions, dreams and imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43981457522862,"sku":"LKU031","price":18000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/Canvas428x28.jpg?v=1684684449"},{"product_id":"kalighat-cat-playing-the-harp-to-crows-by-bhaskar-chitrakar","title":"Kalighat Cat playing the harp to crows  by Bhaskar Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :      Bhaskar Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :        Kalighat Cat playing the harp to crows                                                                      Medium : Natural colours on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        11\" x 15\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :        2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Kalighat patas” are a class of paintings on paper produced by ‘patuas’ in the neighbourhood of the famous Kali Temple in Calcutta in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Popular themes included Hindu deities, satirical portrayals of Englishmen and 'babus', historical events and incidents of daily life.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn recent times, one artist belonging to a family of patuas,  Bhaskar Chitrakar of Kalighat, is reviving this style. This painting, done in powder pigments on paper, is a contemporary Kalighat, using the old style of paint and brushwork, but with a quirky contemporary theme of the ubiquitous Kalighat Cat playing the harp for his crow friends. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44113990090926,"sku":"BKC223","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/KalighatCatplayingtheharptocrows.jpg?v=1691114063"},{"product_id":"khorkhori-3-kalighat-patachitra-by-bhaskar-chitrakar","title":"Khorkhori 3 : Kalighat patachitra by Bhaskar Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :      Bhaskar Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :        Khorkhori 3                                                                                                    Medium : Natural colours on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        10\" x 12\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :        2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Kalighat patas” are a class of paintings on paper produced by ‘patuas’ in the neighbourhood of the famous Kali Temple in Calcutta in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Popular themes included Hindu deities, satirical portrayals of Englishmen and 'babus', historical events and incidents of daily life.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn recent times, one artist belonging to a family of patuas,  Bhaskar Chitrakar of Kalighat, is reviving this style. This painting, done in powder pigments on paper, is a contemporary Kalighat, using the old style of paint and brushwork, for a gallery show called \"KHORKHORI\".  These green wooden slatted windows were an integral part of British colonial architecture but are now only found in parts of old Kolkata. This show is a nod to the windows we grew up using, which let the wind in without the rain, which allowed you to see but not be seen! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44530688262318,"sku":"BKC602","price":25000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/KhorkhoriBKC3.jpg?v=1704079842"},{"product_id":"khorkhori-4-kalighat-patachitra-by-bhaskar-chitrakar","title":"Khorkhori 4 : Kalighat patachitra by Bhaskar Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :      Bhaskar Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :        Khorkhori 4                                                                                                    Medium : Natural colours on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        10\" x 12\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :        2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Kalighat patas” are a class of paintings on paper produced by ‘patuas’ in the neighbourhood of the famous Kali Temple in Calcutta in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Popular themes included Hindu deities, satirical portrayals of Englishmen and 'babus', historical events and incidents of daily life.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn recent times, one artist belonging to a family of patuas,  Bhaskar Chitrakar of Kalighat, is reviving this style. This painting, done in powder pigments on paper, is a contemporary Kalighat, using the old style of paint and brushwork, for a gallery show called \"KHORKHORI\".  These green wooden slatted windows were an integral part of British colonial architecture but are now only found in parts of old Kolkata. This show is a nod to the windows we grew up using, which let the wind in without the rain, which allowed you to see but not be seen! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44530694127790,"sku":"BKC604","price":25000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/KhorkhoriBKC4.jpg?v=1704081173"},{"product_id":"khorkhori-5-kalighat-patachitra-by-bhaskar-chitrakar","title":"Khorkhori 5 : Kalighat patachitra by Bhaskar Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :      Bhaskar Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :        Khorkhori 5                                                                                                    Medium : Natural colours on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        10\" x 12\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :        2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Kalighat patas” are a class of paintings on paper produced by ‘patuas’ in the neighbourhood of the famous Kali Temple in Calcutta in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Popular themes included Hindu deities, satirical portrayals of Englishmen and 'babus', historical events and incidents of daily life.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn recent times, one artist belonging to a family of patuas,  Bhaskar Chitrakar of Kalighat, is reviving this style. This painting, done in powder pigments on paper, is a contemporary Kalighat, using the old style of paint and brushwork, for a gallery show called \"KHORKHORI\".  These green wooden slatted windows were an integral part of British colonial architecture but are now only found in parts of old Kolkata. This show is a nod to the windows we grew up using, which let the wind in without the rain, which allowed you to see but not be seen! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44530697142446,"sku":"BKC605","price":25000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/KhorkhoriBKC5.jpg?v=1704081845"},{"product_id":"varanasi-1-prasanta-acharjee","title":"Varanasi 1 : Prasanta Acharjee","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :             Prasanta Acharjee\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :               Varanasi 1                                                                                               Medium :       Acrylic on canvas\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :               23\" x 39\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :               2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe compositions of Prasanta Acharjee’s abstract Pop Art paintings are deceptively simple. There is a deep meaning and fine balance in his seemingly casual visual arrangements which ultimately convey a sense of totality to the viewer.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe artist's mastery with his drawing tools makes each little piece a signature one. Each work is individual in its use of space and colour, yet together form a statement about the world we live in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the artist's own words - \"I alternate between abstract and figurative work...paint without a prior sketch...the actual figures emerging by chance. It is my emotions that give shape to the figures, their motion and colour and posture. \"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44569159827630,"sku":"PSA104","price":45000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/Benaras1.jpg?v=1704902488"},{"product_id":"tree-of-life-viii-by-gond-artist-manoj-tekam","title":"Tree Of Life - VIII by gond artist Manoj Tekam","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :     MANOJ TEKAM\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :       Tree of Life - VIII                                                                                        Medium : Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        15\" x 22\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community of central India believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\" This led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSubject matter extends from myths and folklores to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees - all these originally existed as notes and lyrics of their storytelling musical traditions, and have gradually manifested on paper and canvas in a very distinctive style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond artists use lines, dots and dashes in such a way that they convey a sense of movement to the still images. Colours are always bright and vivid, reflecting the beauty of nature. According to the Gond belief system, each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and consequently, is sacred. So Gond paintings are a form of respect and reverence, and a reflection of man’s close connection with nature. Some artists also take inspiration from myths and legends, activities of daily life, and abstract concepts like emotions, dreams and imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eManoj Tekam is an award0winning artist whose Tree of Life series have a place in every collector's home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44721973919918,"sku":"MNT001","price":15000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/TreeofLife-VIII.jpg?v=1708699369"},{"product_id":"tree-of-life-vii-gond-art-by-manoj-tekam","title":"Tree of Life - VII Gond art by MANOJ TEKAM","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :     MANOJ TEKAM\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :       Tree of Life - VII                                                                                        Medium : Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        15\" x 22\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community of central India believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\" This led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSubject matter extends from myths and folklores to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees - all these originally existed as notes and lyrics of their storytelling musical traditions, and have gradually manifested on paper and canvas in a very distinctive style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond artists use lines, dots and dashes in such a way that they convey a sense of movement to the still images. Colours are always bright and vivid, reflecting the beauty of nature. According to the Gond belief system, each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and consequently, is sacred. So Gond paintings are a form of respect and reverence, and a reflection of man’s close connection with nature. Some artists also take inspiration from myths and legends, activities of daily life, and abstract concepts like emotions, dreams and imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eManoj Tekam is an award-winning artist whose Tree of Life series have a place in every collector's home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44722014781614,"sku":"MNT002","price":18000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/TreeofLife-VII.jpg?v=1708699727"},{"product_id":"tree-of-life-v-by-gond-artist-manoj-tekam","title":"Tree Of Life - V by gond artist MANOJ TEKAM","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :     MANOJ TEKAM\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :       Tree of Life - V                                                                                            Medium : Paint on paper\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :        15\" x 22\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gond tribal community of central India believe that \"viewing a good image begets good luck\" This led them to decorate their houses and floors with traditional tattoos and motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSubject matter extends from myths and folklores to images of daily life - real and imaginary. Artists are also inspired by symbols from day-to-day life, for example a motif that represents dry, cracked earth or the delicate patterns in the cross-section of cut lemon. Gods and Goddesses, strange and exotic birds, flying snakes, tigers, dogs and cattle, breathtakingly beautiful trees - all these originally existed as notes and lyrics of their storytelling musical traditions, and have gradually manifested on paper and canvas in a very distinctive style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGond artists use lines, dots and dashes in such a way that they convey a sense of movement to the still images. Colours are always bright and vivid, reflecting the beauty of nature. According to the Gond belief system, each and everything, be it hill, river, rock or tree, is inhabited by a spirit and consequently, is sacred. So Gond paintings are a form of respect and reverence, and a reflection of man’s close connection with nature. Some artists also take inspiration from myths and legends, activities of daily life, and abstract concepts like emotions, dreams and imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eManoj Tekam is an award-winning artist whose Tree of Life series have a place in every collector's home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44722058952878,"sku":"MNT003","price":15000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/TreeofLife-V.jpg?v=1708700112"},{"product_id":"birds-of-the-night-midnapore-patachitra-painting-by-layala-chitrakar","title":"Birds of the Night : Midnapore patachitra painting by Layala Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Layala Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Birds of the Night\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           15” x 22”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :           2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Layala Chitrakar has mastered the Kalighat style of painting and combined it with the Midnapore medium to produce enchanting works with a touch of satire and mischief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe paints are hand made, the paper is backed with old cloth in the Midnapore style, but the strokes, the subject matter and the painting style are very much of the Kalighat School.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44745060155566,"sku":"LLC060","price":9000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/6_f5a1bfcf-2501-4fa0-9606-e95bf2a5ae41.jpg?v=1709177326"},{"product_id":"birds-of-the-night-3-midnapore-patachitra-painting-by-layala-chitrakar","title":"Birds of the Night - 3 : Midnapore Patachitra painting by Layala Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Layala Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Birds of the Night - 3\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           15” x 22”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :           2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Layala Chitrakar has mastered the Kalighat style of painting and combined it with the Midnapore medium to produce enchanting works with a touch of satire and mischief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe paints are hand made, the paper is backed with old cloth in the Midnapore style, but the strokes, the subject matter and the painting style are very much of the Kalighat School.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44746144841902,"sku":"LLC062","price":9000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/3_7388e72b-a243-4759-b2d5-8d1a4d06ab04.jpg?v=1709184563"},{"product_id":"birds-of-the-night-4-midnapore-patachitra-painting-by-layala-chitrakar","title":"Birds of the Night 4 : Midnapore patachitra painting by Layala Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eArtist :        Layala Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Birds of the Night - 4\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           15” x 22”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :           2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e--\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Layala Chitrakar has mastered the Kalighat style of painting and combined it with the Midnapore medium to produce enchanting works with a touch of satire and mischief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe paints are hand made, the paper is backed with old cloth in the Midnapore style, but the strokes, the subject matter and the painting style are very much of the Kalighat School.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44746197729454,"sku":"LLC063","price":9000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/5_fb49aa0a-cf4e-45c9-80d0-090ec00d8105.jpg?v=1709184771"},{"product_id":"maa-durga-with-family-midnapore-patachitra-painting-by-swarna-chitrakar","title":"Maa Durga with family : Midnapore patachitra painting by Swarna Chitrakar","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"mso-element: frame; mso-element-frame-hspace: 9.0pt; mso-element-wrap: around; mso-element-anchor-vertical: paragraph; mso-element-anchor-horizontal: column; mso-element-top: .05pt; mso-height-rule: exactly;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"left\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\" align=\"left\" style=\"padding: 0cm 9.0pt 0cm 9.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eArtist :       Swarna Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Maa Durga with family                                                                                  Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           28” x 22”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :           2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAbout a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Swarna Chitrakar is an award-winning artist who has travelled abroad innumerable times to present her art and her songs.  She has mastered the Kalighat style of painting and combined it with the Midnapore medium to produce enchanting works with a touch of the contemporary, giving her works a special universal appeal. This work is a classic representation of the Mother Goddess with her family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45272430248110,"sku":"SNC001","price":30000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/SNC001.jpg?v=1716828231"},{"product_id":"frida-with-birds-cigarette-2-midnapore-patachitra-by-layala-chitrakar","title":"Frida with birds \u0026 cigarette 2 : Midnapore patachitra by Layala Chitrakar","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eArtist :        Layala Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Frida  with birds \u0026amp; cigarette 2                                                                            Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           14” x 22”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :           2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAbout a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Layala Chitrakar has mastered the Kalighat style of painting and combined it with the Midnapore medium to produce enchanting works with a touch of the contemporary, giving her works a special universal appeal. This work is Frida Kahlo inspired piece done especially for Tejas Gallery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e's Frida Birthday show.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45411584147630,"sku":"","price":12000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/FridabyLayala1.jpg?v=1718943117"},{"product_id":"frida-kahlo-inspired-patachitra-painting-by-layala-chitrakar-of-midnapore","title":"Frida Kahlo inspired patachitra painting by Layala Chitrakar of Midnapore","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eArtist :        Layala Chitrakar\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTitle :          Frida  with bird \u0026amp; cigarette 2                                                                            Medium :    Powder pigments on paper with cloth backing\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize :           14” x 22”\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYear :           2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eAbout a decade ago, ‘potua’ art was written off as a dying folk art form, as “chitrakars” began drifting away from their traditional occupation in search of a livelihood. Thanks to the timely intervention of various agencies, it has undergone a revival and today the ‘patachitra’ has reached national and international forums.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Patta” literally means “cloth” and “chitra” means “picture” in Sanskrit. The materials used are all indigenous and inexpensive, coming from vegetable, earth, and mineral sources. Conch shells, crushed, boiled and filtered, are used for white, black comes from lamp soot, red from ‘hingulal’ stone, green comes from plants and blue from indigo. These extracts are then cooked with the gum from the ‘kaintha’ (elephant apple) fruit tree and applied. The scrolls are unfurled with a story, usually sung. Themes include popular Hindu deities, epic and Puranic anecdotes, folktales and myths, incidents of daily life, and the flora and fauna of their environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003eMidnapore ‘patuas’ of today are the young descendants of old families of scroll-painters. They have continued with the traditional style, form and medium of their ancestors. Layala Chitrakar has mastered the Kalighat style of painting and combined it with the Midnapore medium to produce enchanting works with a touch of the contemporary, giving her works a special universal appeal. This work is Frida Kahlo inspired piece done especially for Tejas Gallery's Frida Birthday show.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI',sans-serif; color: #212b36;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45411652370606,"sku":"LLC015","price":12000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/files\/FridabyLayala2.jpg?v=1718945613"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6369\/4766\/collections\/2.jpg?v=1625649322","url":"https:\/\/tejasgallery.com\/collections\/folk-art\/painting.oembed","provider":"TEJAS GALLERY STORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}