{"product_id":"shrinathji-throughout-the-year-in-pichwai-by-naveen-soni","title":"Shrinathji throughout the year in Pichwai by Naveen Soni","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis divine painting of Lord Krishna in Pichwai by Naveen Soni renders the different pujas performed for Shrinathji throughout the calendar year. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePichwai painting is a devotional textile art tradition from Nathdwara, Rajasthan, created to be hung behind the murti of Shrinathji, a form of Krishna worshipped at the Nathdwara temple. Traditionally rendered in natural pigments, gold, and silver leaf on cloth, Pichwai paintings depict the deity across the seasons and festivals of the Pushtimarg devotional calendar, combining fine detail with a scale meant to fill and frame the sanctum itself. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the centre of the canvas is Shrinathji in his iconic pose of Govardhana dhari, a gesture symbolising his divine protection and boundless grace, as he stands beneath a regal golden throne-pavilion. He is dressed in maroon, orange, and green garments, adorned with pearl jewellery with gemstones, and flower and lotus garlands, with an elaborate headdress with a peacock feather. He holds a kamal chadi and his flute in his right hand. At his feet are offerings such as paan beda, jaldaani (water pot), and a prasad dibbi. Six exquisitely dressed gopis flank him from both sides, as they hold hands and sing and dance to his glory. Lord Brahma with Goddess Saraswati, Lord Shiva with Goddess Parvati, Lord Indra with Indrani and Narad Muni, have gathered on their divine vahanas to witness the sacred darshan of Shrinathji in the Nandvan, on the joyous occasion of Sharad Purnima. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRight below this is the joyous event of Gopashtami, the festival marking Krishna’s elevation from tending calves to herding mature cows, an event symbolising his growing responsibility and deepening bond with his community. Shrinathji is depicted receiving bhog prasad and offerings (chappan bhog) as he sits on an elevated platform, surrounded by devoted admirers. This section also narrates the enchanting Daan Leela, where Krishna playfully halts the gopis in a narrow passage to demand a symbolic toll, reminding devotees of the surrender of ego and worldly attachments before the divine. The scene is enriched with Balrama, saffron-adorned cows, peacocks, and the serene flow of the Yamuna, all set against a lush natural backdrop. A row of cows and a graceful Kamal Talai (lotus pond) further enhance the harmony of the composition. The cows are adorned with gold jewellery with orange handprints signifying the divine protection of Shrinathji and orange feet and heads for celebrations. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdding profound depth to this visual tapestry, Soni frames the canvas on three sides with depictions of the twenty-four swaroops of Shrinathji, also known as Chhavi or Swaroop, each representing a distinct aspect of Krishna’s divine nature. Beginning from the second last lower left folio, these festival-linked forms include: Phool Dol, Ram Navami, Narsinh Chaturdarshi, Akshay Tritya, Mahaprabhuji Utsav, Kesari Snaan\/Snaan Yatra, Rath Yatra, Thakurani Teej, Pavitra Ekadashi, Raksha Bandhan, Panchamrat Snaan, Janamashtami, Radha Ashtami, Daan Ekadashi, Vaman Dvadashi, Dussehra, Sharad Purnima, Annakut, Gopashtami, Pramod Niji, Gosaiji Utsav, Vasant Panchami, Path Utsav, and Kunj Ekadashi. Together, these twenty-four swaroops commemorate the diverse and countless manifestations of Lord Krishna celebrated through the devotional calendar and Pushtimarg tradition. The last two folios at the bottom are panels that show the Guru-Shishya-Parampara, where one guru is imparting knowledge to his two disciples, validating that the painting is not just art, but a sacred visual document proving that the knowledge of keeping Shreenathji's traditions alive is passed down directly from a master to a student. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe composition is finally unified by an exquisitely rendered floral border with blue and pink florets with their vines and leaves, followed by a terracotta red border that elevates the splendour and sacred aura of the Pichwai. This handcrafted masterpiece stands as a heartfelt tribute by the gifted artist Naveen Soni, who continues to uphold the rich legacy of Pichwai painting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Naveen Soni","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49257943630038,"sku":null,"price":240000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Shrinathji_throughout_the_year_in_Pichwai_by_Naveen_Soni.jpg?v=1784112426","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/shrinathji-throughout-the-year-in-pichwai-by-naveen-soni","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}