{"product_id":"sheshashai-vishnu-in-pattachitra-by-pravat-maharana","title":"Sheshashai Vishnu in Pattachitra by Pravat Maharana","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis Pattachitra painting by Pravat Maharana depicts the cosmic theme of Sheshashayi Vishnu, representing the Lord of Preservation reclining upon the serpent Shesha in the primordial ocean of milk. Pattachitra is a traditional, cloth-based scroll painting from Odisha, known for its intricate details, mythological narratives and the use of natural mineral pigments. It is characterized by its disciplined line-heavy style and the presence of decorative floral borders that frame every composition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this composition, Lord Vishnu’s deep blue form stretches across the coils of the five-headed serpent, Shesha. He is shown in a state of Yoganidra (yogic sleep). He holds the Shanka (conch) in his lower hand and the Chakra (discus) in his upper hand, his body adorned with a golden crown and fine jewelry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom Vishnu’s navel rises a lotus stalk, atop which sits the four-headed Lord Brahma, the creator. This specific iconographic detail defines Vishnu as Padmanabha (the one with the lotus-navel), signaling the beginning of a new cycle of creation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeated near Vishnu’s feet is Goddess Lakshmi, the embodiment of prosperity. She is depicted with a golden complexion, wearing an elegant red sari with intricate design. She is shown in the act of pressing his feet, a gesture of eternal devotion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe space surrounding the central couple is filled with a court of major deities and celestial beings, emphasizing Vishnu's status as the Supreme Being. Lord Shiva is clearly identifiable by his Trishul (trident) and Damru (drum). He is accompanied by his vahana (vehicle), the bull Nandi, and the elephant-headed Ganesha, Narada Muni holding his musical instrument, the veena, as well as other celestial beings stand in a posture of reverence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the base of Shesha, the winged Garuda (Vishnu's mount) and Hanuman (the monkey god) are shown kneeling in Pranam. Their placement represents the pillar of Bhakti (devotion) that supports the divine order.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe serpent Shesha is rendered with a beautiful scaly texture created through fine, repetitive line work. The garments of the deities feature cross-hatching and floral stippling, giving the flat pigments a luxurious, textile-like feel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe base of the painting features swirling blue and white waves, representing the Kshira Sagara (ocean of milk). The rhythmic, scalloped lines used for the water provide a sense of constant, gentle motion. The background behind the deities is a vibrant red sky filled with stylized white clouds which serves to push the blue and white forms of the figures forward, creating a dramatic, high-contrast effect.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe artwork is enclosed in a classic Pattachitra border. The outer layer is a delicate vine of green leaves, while the inner frame consists of a geometric pattern. This framing technique ensures that the dense interior remains organized and focused. This painting portrays a theological synthesis, bringing together the prominent figures of the Hindu pantheon into a single, harmonious vision of cosmic peace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pravat Maharana","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48287989104854,"sku":null,"price":6000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Sheshashai_Vishnu_in_Pattachitra_by_Pravat_Maharana.png?v=1779692274","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/sheshashai-vishnu-in-pattachitra-by-pravat-maharana","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}