Abhati: The One Who Shines

This painting in its grandeur depicts the life of Mahaveer Jain, the twenty fourth Tirthankara of the Jain traidition. Though Mahaveer was born in a royal family but had left all worldly possession to be a monk at the age of 30. Tirthankaras are the ones who were born as human beings but have attained enlightenment through sacrifice, meditation and self realization. Mahaveer Jain's pursuit of the ultimate truth, knowledge and bliss had continued for 12 long years and his ultimate realization is known as the Keval-Jnana.

Pattachitra painters, who make paintings over a piece of cloth known as Patta or a dried palm leaf, specialize in this unique art-form since generations. Raghurajpur a heritage crafts village in Puri district, Odisha is famous for this ancient craft work which at least date back to 5 BC. A mixture of chalk and gum is used in unique proportion to create this beautiful piece.

Note: In all its detail this can be custom made and hand crafted exclusively in a size of your choice to suit your exclusive needs.


Dimension 36 x 24 inches   [Customizable]
Culture Raghurajpur, Odhisha, India
Medium Tussar Silk painted using chalk and gum
Weight0.0 kg
PriceRs. 34,500
Product Codeacppppfpdr-01

Category: Pattachitra

Type: Painting




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