{"product_id":"navagunjara-in-pattachitra-by-gitanjali-das-2","title":"Navagunjara in Pattachitra by Gitanjali Das","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis intricate painting in Pattachitra depicts Navagunjara, a mythical creature from the Odia Mahabharata. It is a divine form associated with Lord Vishnu, appearing in Arjuna’s vision as a powerful and mysterious being made of multiple animal forms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePattachitra is a traditional cloth-based scroll painting of Odisha, known for its fine line work, intricate detailing and strong mythological storytelling. The art form uses natural colours made from minerals, stones and organic sources. The paintings are created in a narrative style, where every figure is carefully arranged to tell a story from epics like the Mahabharata, Ramayana, and local legends. It is not just decorative art but a visual form of storytelling that carries spiritual and cultural meaning, passed down through generations of artists.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccording to the tale, Arjuna once encountered this strange and terrifying form while in deep contemplation during his exile. At first, he was confused and ready to fight this unknown creature. But as he prepared his weapons, he noticed that the creature held no malice and carried the sacred attributes of the supreme lord. He lowered his bow in complete surrender as Lord Krishna revealed that what he was seeing was the supreme truth, beyond normal understanding, where all forms, gods, and energies exist as one. This vision was meant to teach Arjuna that divine reality cannot be limited to one shape or idea, and faith requires acceptance of the infinite forms of the universe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Navagunjara is formed from nine distinct animal and human elements, each carrying symbolic meaning. The head is that of a rooster with a bright red comb and wattle, symbolising alertness, courage and awakening. The neck resembles a peacock, painted in deep blue scales with patterned detailing, representing beauty, grace and spiritual purity. The raised arm is a human hand holding a Sudarshana Chakra, a divine discus, high in the air, representing cosmic order, consciousness and divine protection. The upper left limb is a sturdy blue elephant leg ending in rounded toes, symbolising stability, wisdom and strength.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe lower half of the creature combines feline, equine and reptile forms into a balanced structure. The front leg on the lower left is rendered with bold yellow and black stripes and sharp, unsheathed claws, representing the raw power and fearlessness of a tiger. The back leg on the lower right is a slender, dark reddish-brown horse leg terminating in a solid black hoof with an anklet, representing energy and the movement of life. The raised hump on the upper back is rendered in a soft pinkish-brown circular form with elegant floral linework, symbolising the endurance and patience of a camel. The slender midsection beneath the hump forms a lion’s waist, painted in dark blue with a golden flower motif, representing majesty and inner strength. Finally, the long, curved tail is a yellow spotted snake with an open hood, representing transformation, time, and eternity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe background is a light natural cloth tone with a decorative border, keeping the focus entirely on the central figure while maintaining the traditional Pattachitra framing style. The painting is filled with highly detailed and ornate designs, especially in the patterns of the body and border work, showing fine craftsmanship and precision.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gitanjali Das","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48314331463894,"sku":null,"price":131000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Navagunjara--_in_Pattachitra_by_Gitanjali_Das.png?v=1780384458","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/navagunjara-in-pattachitra-by-gitanjali-das-2","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}