Ghanshyam Sarode
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This deeply meditative and narrative-dense Kalamkari painting by Ghanshyam Sarode depicts Lord Buddha seated in supreme spiritual enlightenment (Nirvana) beneath the sacred Bodhi tree, surrounded by a comprehensive assembly of celestial and earthly witnesses.
Occupying the exact center of the vertical composition is the monumental figure of Lord Buddha, seated in the full lotus posture (padmasana). His skin is rendered in a luminous golden-ochre tone, and his eyes are closed in complete inner tranquility. He wears a striking, deep indigo-blue monastic robe (sanghati) draped elegantly over his left shoulder, highlighted by white and red borders. His hands are held in the Dharmachakrapravartana mudra, which refers to the turning of the wheel of law, near his chest. Rising directly above him is a dense canopy of pointed green Bodhi leaves set against a vivid, solid crimson-red background.
The entire space surrounding the central figure is meticulously packed with independent miniature figures, forming a grand narrative frame. These embedded figures include worshiping monks in robes, royal attendants, common people and a diverse array of animals such as a mythical figure, a blue bull, a camel and a deer, all gathered in a state of absolute reverence.
The lower register is anchored by additional kneeling devotees amidst natural flora, creating a beautiful, balanced visual scripture.
Each of our artworks are hand painted by master artists across India. We provide a digital authentication certificate with this artwork signed by the artist which will be sent over email after 3-4 days of delivery of the artwork.
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All artworks on the website are hand painted from scratch by our master artists. This makes every artwork absolutely unique and the actual colour and overall artwork may vary slightly from the artwork image posted here.
Each piece is crafted specifically for you upon order. Our talented artists work closely with your preferences to create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
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Kalamkari is an ancient Indian art form of painting or printing on fabric using natural dyes and intricate penwork, with its name literally meaning 'craftwork done with a pen'. Flourishing under the Mughals and later the Golconda and Coromandel Sultanates, its prominent centers are Srikalahasti and Machilipatnam in Andhra Pradesh. This art form traditionally depicts Hindu mythological epics like Mahabharata and Ramayana, featuring deities and common occurrences, characterized by rounded faces, large eyes, and detailed costumes. Legend connects its origin to Radha teaching the art in Machilipatnam and its use on Hanuman's flag. The meticulous technique involves preparing cotton or silk fabric, outlining designs with a 'kalam' (bamboo or palm stick dipped in fermented jaggery and water) acting as a natural mordant, and then filling in patterns with natural dyes from plants, roots, and minerals. Authentic Kalamkari is identified by hand-drawn or block-printed designs, natural dyes, traditional patterns, and slight imperfections, with motifs often inspired by nature, mythology, and folklore, each carrying cultural and symbolic significance. Harinath N, Sudheerji, and Siva Reddy are notable master artists of this intricate and time-consuming art.
| Title | Buddha Sitting Under the Bodhi Tree in Kalamkari by Ghanshyam Sarode |
| Artist | Ghanshyam Sarode |
| Art Style | Kalamkari |
| Medium | Natural Colors |
| Size | Medium |
| Dimension | 48 in(H) X 39 in(W) |
| Themes | Buddha |
| Color | Multicoloured |
| Country of Origin | Telangana, India |
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