{"product_id":"tree-of-life-with-deer-in-kalamkari-by-harinath-n-1","title":"Tree of Life with Deer in Kalamkari by Harinath N","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis is a beautiful piece in Srikalahasti Style Kalamkari by Harinath N, depicting the Tree of Life with animals. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKalamkari is an ancient Indian textile art form that involves hand-painting or block-printing cotton and silk fabrics using only natural dyes and a sharpened bamboo or date-palm stick (the kalam, or pen). It is done entirely in freehand with a bamboo pen. Originally created under temple patronage, it prominently features Hindu mythological scenes, deities and religious iconography. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Tree of Life is one of the most famous and cross-cultural motifs in Kalamkari art, symbolizing the interconnectedness of all living things, growth, and prosperity. The tree grows from a mound, where two peacocks are seated facing each other.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA central, twisting trunk rises and branches out extensively. The branches are filled with detailed leaves, blooming flowers, and ripening fruit to represent abundance. The canopy is packed with life, with skittering squirrels, birds, monkeys and a tiger. These branches symbolize the bridge between earthly realms and celestial domains, inviting viewers to contemplate the spiritual and earthly unity. Two peacocks are sitting on the canopy and appear to merge with the trunk of the tree, as two deer with beautiful and elaborate antlers look upwards at the cacophony in the canopy of the tree. They are intricately detailed, their plumage half-open, their presence signifying grace and regal beauty, as a lotus pond is situated below the tree. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis exquisite and one-of-a-kind tree of life painting depicts the harmony and interconnectedness in natue, where the canopy of the tree acts as a shelter for the forest animals. The depiction of a river below with blooming lotus flowers adds a layer of beauty and complexity to the narrative. Enclosed within a gorgeous multi-layered border, a plain maroon band surrounding bands adorned with colorful linear patterns and floral elements, the painting uses shades of oranges, blues and yellows against a cream backdrop. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harinath.N","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49457704370390,"sku":null,"price":96000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Tree_of_Life_with_Deer_in_Kalamkari_by_Harinath_N.png?v=1784710812","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/tree-of-life-with-deer-in-kalamkari-by-harinath-n-1","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}