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Bengal Patachitra is one of West Bengal’s most distinctive traditional painting traditions, known for its bold outlines, vibrant natural colours, mythological storytelling, and hand-painted scrolls. Traditionally created by Patua artists, these artworks depict stories from Hindu mythology, folk traditions, local legends, and everyday life.
For export markets, Bengal Patachitra is available in several forms, from traditional narrative scrolls to decorative paintings and contemporary handcrafted products. The following 3 major varieties are particularly suitable for international buyers.
Traditional Pata is a hand-painted scroll consisting of multiple illustrated panels that narrate a complete story. Popular themes include Ramayana, Krishna Leela, Durga, Manasa Mangal and other Bengali folk narratives. These scrolls are painted with strong lines and traditional colours and are highly valued by collectors, museums, galleries and cultural-art buyers.
PRODUCT DETAILS – TRADITIONAL SCROLL PATACHITRA
Product Name: Bengal Patachitra – Traditional Narrative Scroll
Description: Traditional hand-painted scroll with multiple illustrated panels narrating a complete story.
Art Form: Bengal Patachitra; traditional Patua painting tradition of West Bengal, India.
Technique: Hand-painted; expressive outlines, vibrant/traditional colours and narrative or decorative compositions.
Country of Origin: India | Art Origin: West Bengal, India
Condition: New, handmade artisan product unless otherwise stated.
HS / ITC-HS Code: 97019100*
SKU fields to complete before listing: exact theme/title, artisan name, material/base, dimensions, net weight, packed weight, price, packaging method and lead time.
Export Potential: Art collectors, museums, cultural stores, galleries and ethnic home décor markets.
These are individual or framed Patachitra artworks featuring Hindu deities, epic stories and Bengali folk traditions. Common subjects include Durga, Krishna, Shiva, Manasa and scenes from Indian mythology. Their detailed compositions and vivid colours make them suitable for wall décor and traditional art collections.
PRODUCT DETAILS – MYTHOLOGICAL & FOLK PATACHITRA
Product Name: Bengal Patachitra – Mythological / Folk Painting
Description: Individual or framed hand-painted artwork depicting Hindu mythology, epic stories or Bengali folk traditions.
Art Form: Bengal Patachitra; traditional Patua painting tradition of West Bengal, India.
Technique: Hand-painted; expressive outlines, vibrant/traditional colours and narrative or decorative compositions.
Country of Origin: India | Art Origin: West Bengal, India
Condition: New, handmade artisan product unless otherwise stated.
HS / ITC-HS Code: 97019100*
SKU fields to complete before listing: exact theme/title, artisan name, material/base, dimensions, net weight, packed weight, price, packaging method and lead time.
Export Potential: Home décor, boutique stores, galleries, gift shops and Indian-art collectors worldwide.
Contemporary Patachitra combines traditional Patua painting techniques with modern themes and decorative designs. Artists may create paintings featuring village life, nature, animals, festivals and contemporary interpretations of traditional stories. These designs can also be adapted to panels, décor pieces, handmade gifts and lifestyle products, making them attractive to international markets.
PRODUCT DETAILS – CONTEMPORARY & DECORATIVE PATACHITRA
Product Name: Bengal Patachitra – Contemporary / Decorative Artwork
Description: Handcrafted decorative Patachitra artwork combining traditional technique with modern decorative themes.
Art Form: Bengal Patachitra; traditional Patua painting tradition of West Bengal, India.
Technique: Hand-painted; expressive outlines, vibrant/traditional colours and narrative or decorative compositions.
Country of Origin: India | Art Origin: West Bengal, India
Condition: New, handmade artisan product unless otherwise stated.
HS / ITC-HS Code: 97019100*
SKU fields to complete before listing: exact theme/title, artisan name, material/base, dimensions, net weight, packed weight, price, packaging method and lead time.
Export Potential: Interior décor, lifestyle stores, handmade gift markets, boutiques and contemporary art retailers.