Odisha

At Odisha, natural rocks bear witness to pre-historic paintings, and the century-old tradition of Tala Pattachitra emerges from the site of Puri where Lord Jagganath’s chariot rolls forward amidst the crowd of devotees. These forms deeply rooted in culture offer a sanctum to deities through the art of etching and painting on palm leaves or cloth. Where there is temple art, there is also the folk narrative of Sauras, Kondhs, and Santals who adorn the paper with their intricate motifs. The collection, deeply rooted in tradition, offers a glimpse into the extraordinary craftsmanship that has been followed from generation to generation and still continues to captivate art connoisseurs.