{"product_id":"peacock-and-fish-in-madhubani-by-pratima-bharti","title":"Peacock and Fish in Madhubani by Pratima Bharti","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis complex Madhubani painting by Pratima Bharti is a symmetrical exploration of two of the most auspicious symbols in Mithila culture, the peacock and the fish. Madhubani art is a vibrant folk painting tradition from the Mithila region of India, renowned for its intricate geometric patterns, bold colors and symbolic depictions of mythology and nature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe center of the painting features a circular medallion containing two peacocks, depicted in profile, their necks curving gracefully toward each other. In Madhubani art, the peacock is a powerful symbol of romantic love, beauty and victory. Their presence at the core of the piece suggests a foundation of harmony and auspiciousness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe six fish painted arond the central medallion, characterized by their stylized scales and large, watchful eyes. The fish is one of the most vital symbols in Mithila art, representing fertility, procreation and good luck. Because fish are prolific breeders and live in water, a source of life, they are often depicted in wedding chambers (Kohbar) to bless the couple with many children and prosperity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe artwork combines Kachni (line-work) and Bharni (color-filling), creating a high-contrast, vibrating effect. The central peacocks are enclosed in a series of circular bands. One band features orange lotus petals, while the outer ring uses multi-colored vertical hatching. The fish are meticulously detailed with overlapping semi-circles and fine dots, mimicking the shimmering texture of scales. The negative space between the circular elements and the border is filled with stylized leaf clusters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe painting is dominated by red, yellow and green, supplemented by deep blues and earthy oranges. The bright blue panels represent the life-giving waters of the Mithila region, while the reds and oranges symbolize the warmth and energy of the sun. The scene is framed by a sophisticated multi-layered border. A winding floral vine with pink and orange blossoms provides a soft, organic edge, which is surrounded by a sharp, geometric band of multicolored triangles. The triangles are used to depict water chestnuts, found abundantly in the region. A thick black border anchors the entire composition, focusing the eye on the intricate, meditative linework within.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pratima Bharti","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48213517861078,"sku":null,"price":30000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Peacock_and_Fish_in_Madhubani_by_Pratima_Bharti.png?v=1778498932","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/peacock-and-fish-in-madhubani-by-pratima-bharti","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}