{"product_id":"shrinathji-grand-pichwai-painting-4-x-6-ft","title":"Shrinathji Grand Pichwai Painting (4 x 6 ft)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a traditional Pichwai painting, a sacred art form that originated over 400 years ago in the temple town of Nathdwara, Rajasthan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIconography and Symbolism\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central figure is Shrinathji, a manifestation of Lord Krishna as a seven-year-old child. Shrinathji is depicted with his left arm raised, symbolising the moment he lifted Govardhan Hill to protect the people of Braj from Lord Indra's torrential rains, while the right hand rests near the waist or in a gentle blessing. He is often flanked by Gopis and surrounded by lush imagery of the sacred land of Braj, making the composition feel like a divine celebration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intricate border usually carries miniature scenes of Krishna's different Leelas (divine acts), as well as depictions of festivals and changing seasons, turning the painting into a visual narrative of his life. Sacred motifs such as the Lotus represent purity and spiritual awakening, while Cows evoke nourishment, devotion, and Shrinathji's role as Gopala, the protector of cows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtistic Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthentic Pichwais are hand-painted on starched cotton cloth using natural mineral and plant-based pigments, sometimes enhanced with real gold leaf for ornaments and highlights. This piece belongs to the Nathdwara school of Pichwai, characterised by large, soulful eyes, a soft, devotional expression, and richly detailed, ornate jewellery and textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 4 x 6 feet (Grand Format). A painting of this scale stays true to the original temple tradition, where Pichwais were meant to transform the entire wall into a sanctified backdrop or \"Haveli\" (temple-mansion) setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement in Your Space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 4 x 6 feet, this Pichwai naturally creates a strong altar-like focal point when placed on a clean, uncluttered wall, instantly drawing the eye and grounding the room in a sense of Shanti (peace) and grandeur. Warm yellow or soft golden lighting mimics the glow of traditional oil lamps, enhancing the depth of the colours and the subtle shimmer of gold details, and turning your living room, mandir corner, or hallway into an intimate darshan space.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ekkara","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51132351676714,"sku":null,"price":45000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/3045\/5082\/files\/RAM1569_f.jpg?v=1770526779","url":"https:\/\/ekkara.com\/products\/shrinathji-grand-pichwai-painting-4-x-6-ft","provider":"Ekkara","version":"1.0","type":"link"}