{"product_id":"rama-and-sita-in-tanjore-by-laxminatham-handicrafts","title":"Rama and Sita in Tanjore by Laxminatham Handicrafts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis expressive painting by Laxminatham Handicrafts, rendered in the Tanjore painting art style, depicts the representation of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita as the centrepiece, composed within an intricate carved wooden circular frame, along with the depiction of other manifestations of cosmic personalities in small circular bands. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTanjore painting, an Indian traditional art style, prevailed in Tanjore or Thanjavur of Tamil Nadu in the 16th century. This art style depicts the theme of religious scenes painted with realism. The features include fine detailing, a sophisticated colour palette, a heavy composition, and the use of gold foil with a raised effect. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe central composition portrays Lord Rama and Goddess Sita positioned on a throne. The former is seated in Lalitasana. His right hand is in abhaya mudra (a gesture of boon and protection), and the other rests on his knee. He is shown with his iconographic attributes: a bow and a quiver, full of arrows. Goddess Sita gestures the abhaya mudra. Near his feet, his beloved devotee, Lord Hanuman, is in a kneeling position, gracefully, with all respect and honour, touching his lord’s feet. His brothers, Lakshmana, Bharata and Shatrughna accompany the divine couple. Besides these central figural representations, flanking the lord are multiple characters such as his ministers, rishis (priests), female attendants, and his subjects adoring his presence; some are holding attributes like chhatri (royal umbrella), chauri (whisk), flower garland, or some in anjali mudra. The figures are heavily ornamented and adorned with a crown, including the divine personalities; delineation with the use of gold foil gives a raised effect. The divine figures are adorned with loose lotus garlands as well, reflecting their divinity and royalty. His subjects are attired in simple clothing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRendered with flat perspective, the painting is divided into three registers. The upper register is occupied with the painted hues of soft, curving clouds with four devtas (celestial beings), witnessing the presence of their Lord. The foreground is occupied by the representation of a group of men and animals in distinct postures and gestures. Moreover, this whole devotional and magnificent scene is interspersed with architectural elements, like a richly gold-ornate superstructure with arches, and flags hoisted representing his (Lord Rama) position as King. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurther, this circular frame is enclosed with another series of depictions encircled within smaller circular frames. These frames delineate various manifestations and forms of God, who in turn protects the universe. These representations include Vishnu’s Dashavatara, Lord Hanuman, Lord Venkateshwara, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, Baby Krishna, Krishna with Maa Yashoda, Radha Krishna. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Laxminatham Handicrafts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67588391239894,"sku":null,"price":260000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Rama_and_Sita_in_Tanjore_by_Laxminatham_Handicrafts.jpg?v=1791796678","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/rama-and-sita-in-tanjore-by-laxminatham-handicrafts","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}