Horses | Odisha Pattachitra Painting | A5 Frame

This framed A5 size Odisha Pattachitra on tussar silk cloth depicts galloping horses in different postures and in different moods. A formal and symbolic representation of the animal is visible throughout India’s long history. Indo-Aryans used horses and chariots as their main means of transport and war. In pre-colonial India, horses were used in wars, hunts and rituals. Historically horses were only property of royalty. The Marwari horses found their place as the most prized of war horses. This made the possession of a Marwari horse a ruler’s prestige. In this painting horses represent strength, success, peace and progress. Features : Size: 5.8 Inch x 8.3 Inch Price is for framed painting. It comes with an attached sturdy back easel stand, and can be displayed on any table top or shelf. Handpainted in Odisha Pattachitra art style on tussar silk cloth Painted with natural handmade colours. Artist: Pramod Kumar Maharana Art History - Pattachitra style of painting is one of the oldest and most popular folk art forms of Odisha. Pattachitra- literally meaning ‘Picture on cloth canvas’ is a traditional treasure that has mesmerized the common man. The origin of the paintings is traced…