{"product_id":"plumes-and-petals-the-sacred-tree-of-life-in-kalamkari-by-ghanshyam-sarode","title":"Plumes and Petals: The Sacred Tree of Life in Kalamkari by Ghanshyam Sarode","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis Srikalahasti Kalamkari textile by Ghanshyam Sarode is a luminous interpretation of the Tree of Life (Kalpavriksha), focusing on the themes of floral abundance and the regal grace of the peacock. Hand-painted on hand-processed cotton using a traditional bamboo kalam and natural dyes, the composition is characterized by its airy, balanced structure and a vibrant, cooling palette.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe central tree rises from a tiered, multi-colored mound that symbolizes the fertile earth. Its slender, golden-toned trunk ascends to support a sprawling canopy of diverse botanical forms; rather than a single type of leaf, the branches are laden with an eclectic variety of oversized, multi-petaled blossoms and lush, scalloped foliage. Each flower is rendered with meticulous black outlines and filled with a sophisticated blend of indigo blue, madder red, and earthy ochre, creating a sense of a \"cosmic garden\" where every plant is in eternal bloom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the base, two peacocks are positioned in a traditional symmetrical arrangement, facing away from the trunk but looking back towards the center. Their plumes are rendered with bold indigo scrolls and delicate line-filling, mirroring the organic curves of the floral branches above. In the Srikalahasti tradition, the peacock is more than a decorative element; it represents the beauty of the soul and acts as a guardian of the sacred tree. The unbleached, cream-colored background provides a neutral stage that allows the jewel-toned natural pigments to resonate with clarity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis work by Ghanshyam Sarode exemplifies the transition of Kalamkari from purely narrative temple hangings to decorative masterpieces that celebrate the intrinsic beauty of the natural world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ghanshyam Sarode","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48146463326422,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Plumes_and_Petals_The_Sacred_Tree_of_Life_in_Kalamkari_by_Ghanshyam_Sarode.png?v=1776848840","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/plumes-and-petals-the-sacred-tree-of-life-in-kalamkari-by-ghanshyam-sarode","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}