{"product_id":"natarajasana-in-phad-by-kalyan-joshi","title":"Natarajasana in Phad by Kalyan Joshi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis captivating Phad painting by Kalyan Joshi departs from massive, sprawling epics to spotlight a minimalist, deeply intimate expression of physical and spiritual harmony. In this composition, a centuries-old storytelling medium is adapted to celebrate the ancient practice of Yoga, capturing a man and a woman mid-asana in perfect synchronization.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhad painting is a vibrant, 700-year-old scroll painting tradition originating from the Bhilwara region of Rajasthan. Traditionally executed on long sheets of hand-woven cloth (phad), these paintings functioned as mobile temples. Priest-singers (Bhopas) would travel from village to village, unfurling the scrolls at night and singing tales of folk deities like Pabuji and Devnarayan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStepping into a contemporary realm, this artwork translates that heritage into a singular narrative moment. It depicts two practitioners performing Natarajasana (a Yoga posture). The female figure stands gracefully in the foreground, balancing on one leg while arching her back to grasp her raised foot behind her, her arm extended forward to guide her gaze. Directly behind her, mirroring her posture, stands the male figure. Both characters feature the signature iconography of Phad art, large, expressive fish-shaped eyes, sharp noses and rounded facial contours that exude a calm, meditative focus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe attire and ornamentation heavily anchor the piece in its Rajasthani roots. The figures are adorned with traditional yellow jewelry, including chunky anklets, armlets and necklaces that mimic gold work. The male figure wears a stylized turban and a dotted tunic, while the female figure is dressed in a textured blouse and a dhoti draped to accentuate the lines of the yoga pose.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe figures stand upon a beautifully patterned mat or platform. This base features a white grid filled with yellow dots and bordered by a yellow fringe, simulating a dedicated sacred space for practice. The painting utilizes a flat, striking red background, a color traditionally reserved in Phad art to signify domestic scenes, royal courts and auspicious activities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn alignment with modern, minimalist Phad experiments, the framing is clean and simple, with a sharp black border neatly encapsulating the entire red canvas. This prevents any visual distraction, driving focus straight onto the striking symmetry, bold outlines and cultural elegance of the two figures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe size mentioned is including mount.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kalyan Joshi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48314576371926,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Natarajasana_in_Phad_by_Kalyan_Joshi.png?v=1780390198","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/natarajasana-in-phad-by-kalyan-joshi","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}