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About the Artwork +
This vibrant Madhubani painting by artist Pratima Bharti captures the divine romance of Radha and Krishna. 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. Set within a circular frame, the composition emphasizes the eternal, cyclical nature of their love and the harmony between the divine and the natural world.
At the heart of the piece, Krishna is shown playing his flute (bansuri), his body tilted towards Radha. Radha stands close with her back to him, her gaze fixed on the tree in front with a hand outstretched to pluck fruit.
Both figures are dressed in traditional attire, with Krishna wearing a crown adorned with a peacock feather and dressed in a traditional dhoti rendered in a vibrant yellow, which is his signature color (Pitambara), symbolizing purity and divinity. His dhoti is not a flat wash of color, instead, it is divided into vertical sections using fine black lines and filled in with red, blue and green hues. The "Kachni" (hatching) creates a pleated effect. Radha’s attire features a vibrant green choli, a multicloured ghagra with checkered pattern and a red dupatta covering her head. Their large, almond-shaped eyes and profile-heavy faces draw the viewer into their shared meditative state.
A prominent peacock is integrated into the background. In Madhubani art, the peacock is a multifaceted symbol representing romance, fertility and auspiciousness. It is often associated with the monsoon, the season of love, and acts as a protector of the divine couple.
The couple is enclosed in a multi-layered circular border featuring layers of blue and yellow with floral patterns, and a bold, red scalloped outer ring that resembles a blooming lotus. The corners outside the central circle are filled with fine, leafy creepers and swirling patterns. The use of deep reds, earthy oranges and forest greens for this creates a warm, lively atmosphere that evokes the forests of Vrindavan.
The entire composition is stabilized by a complex, multi-tiered rectangular border. A continuous floral vine with pink and orange blossoms runs along the perimeter, while a thin band of multicolored triangles acts as a "protection" layer for the sacred scene within. The triangles are used to depict water chestnuts, found abundantly in the region. A solid black border provides a sharp contrast, grounding the brilliant colors and highlighting the intricacy of the interior linework.
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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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Sizes, Framing and Customisation +
The sizes mentioned are excluding the borders of the artwork. Frames shown are for visual representation only and are not included with the artwork.
Customisation
Most artworks can be customised in terms of colours, size and elements to fit your requirements.
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Framing Services
No, we currently sell artworks unframed (unless explicitly mentioned otherwise) and do not provide framing services.
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- We offer free shipping on orders above ₹1999 for all artworks, except Lippan, Terracotta and Thikri.
- A flat shipping rate of ₹499 applies to orders below ₹1999.
Lippan, Terracotta and Thikri
Shipping is charged on a per-kilogram basis, due to the delicate and bulky nature of these items.
International Orders
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- Customs duties, taxes, or import charges in the buyer’s country are not included and must be borne by the buyer.
- Shipping rates for Lippan, Terracotta and Thikri artworks will be calculated based on weight.
Additonal Shipping Charges
Extra charges may be applicable for both domestic and international deliveries in the following cases:
- If the article requires additional packaging (such as a wooden crate) to ensure safe shipping due to its delicate nature.
- Custom-framed artworks.
- Artworks where shorter side exceeds 36 inches or Decor items with any side over 35 inches.
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You can proceed with your purchase, and our team will contact you to confirm any applicable additional shipping charges before processing your order. Alternatively, reach out to us on WhatsApp or email, and we'll assist you in completing your purchase with the final pricing.
Delivery Timelines and Returns +
All artworks are handmade and couriered securely in transit safe packaging sutaible for the artwork.
Due to high demand for artworks from this artist, the delivery timelines are currently 0-2 weeks.
If you are on a tight deadline, please reach out to us on WhatsApp or email to discuss your requirements.
Once your order is placed, our team stays in constant communication with the artist to track the progress and ensure the quality of your order. You will receive regular updates from us throughout this process.
All MeMeraki artworks are hand-painted. In rare occasions, artist may face delays due to weather, health, prior commitments or force majeure. Our team will reach out to you with revised timelines in case of such delays. We appreciate your understanding and patience in such situations.
Colour Disclaimer+
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.
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