This hand-painted Sohrai artwork bursts with colour and movement, depicting a deer and peacock together in a lively forest scene. The deer takes centre stage with sweeping ornamental curves and bold stripes, while a peacock stands alongside, its body adorned with flowing, decorative forms. A striped tree with sprouting leaves anchors the left side, and a small flower fills the remaining space. Framed by a vivid red border with white wave detailing, this piece is one of the more vibrant expressions of Sohrai art, painted in rich yellows, oranges, and deep reds on a wooden panel.
Sohrai painting is one of India's oldest mural art forms, originating from the Hazaribagh region of Jharkhand. Traditionally painted on the mud walls of homes during the harvest festival of Sohrai, the art celebrates the bond between humans, animals, and nature. The pairing of deer and peacock is a classic Sohrai composition, bringing together symbols of grace, beauty, and the forest's abundance. Artists use natural pigments and hand-carved tools, and no two pieces are ever identical.
With its vibrant palette and dynamic composition, this painting makes a striking statement piece for any room. By choosing this artwork, you directly support indigenous artists preserving a tradition that stretches back thousands of years.
Details
• Art form: Sohrai painting from Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, India
• Material: Natural pigments on wooden panel
• Dimensions: Approx A4 landscape size (29.7 × 19 cm)
• Eco-friendly, handmade with natural earth colours
• Ideal for wall decor, gifting, or art collections
This hand-painted Sohrai artwork bursts with colour and movement, depicting a deer and peacock together in a lively forest scene. The deer takes centre stage with sweeping ornamental curves and bold stripes, while a peacock stands alongside, its body adorned with flowing, decorative forms. A striped tree with sprouting leaves anchors the left side, and a small flower fills the remaining space. Framed by a vivid red border with white wave detailing, this piece is one of the more vibrant expressions of Sohrai art, painted in rich yellows, oranges, and deep reds on a wooden panel.
Sohrai painting is one of India's oldest mural art forms, originating from the Hazaribagh region of Jharkhand. Traditionally painted on the mud walls of homes during the harvest festival of Sohrai, the art celebrates the bond between humans, animals, and nature. The pairing of deer and peacock is a classic Sohrai composition, bringing together symbols of grace, beauty, and the forest's abundance. Artists use natural pigments and hand-carved tools, and no two pieces are ever identical.
With its vibrant palette and dynamic composition, this painting makes a striking statement piece for any room. By choosing this artwork, you directly support indigenous artists preserving a tradition that stretches back thousands of years.
Details
• Art form: Sohrai painting from Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, India
• Material: Natural pigments on wooden panel
• Dimensions: Approx A4 landscape size (29.7 × 19 cm)
• Eco-friendly, handmade with natural earth colours
• Ideal for wall decor, gifting, or art collections
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