{"product_id":"rosewood-inlay-mo12","title":"Mysore Rosewood Inlay – Abstract Portrait","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis distinctive “Abstract Portrait” is a handcrafted example of Mysore Rosewood Inlay, presenting a stylised human portrait through bold forms, expressive lines, and contrasting tones of natural wood. The composition takes a contemporary approach to traditional wood inlay, combining the organic character of wood grain with a graphic and highly expressive visual language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe face is constructed through carefully arranged pieces of wood in varied natural tones, complemented by vivid blue, red, green, and other contrasting elements. The simplified facial features, sweeping contours, closed eyes, and strong geometric shapes create a striking composition that balances traditional craftsmanship with a modern artistic sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork showcases the distinctive Mysore Rosewood Inlay technique, in which the surface of rosewood is carefully recessed according to the design and contrasting pieces of wood are fitted into the prepared areas to create pictorial compositions. The natural colour, grain, and texture of the different woods become an integral part of the finished artwork, adding depth and individuality to each element. Mysore Rosewood Inlay is a GI-registered handicraft of Karnataka, traditionally associated with Mysuru. (handicrafts.nic.in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike highly detailed naturalistic compositions, this piece explores the expressive possibilities of wood inlay through simplification, colour, and form. The combination of traditional material and contemporary portraiture gives the artwork a distinctive character that can complement both traditional and modern interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated by artist Mohan, the artwork demonstrates how the natural variations of wood can be transformed into expressive visual forms. The carefully fitted pieces create a layered portrait in which grain direction, colour, and shape work together to define the overall composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive statement piece for a living room, study, bedroom, office, or contemporary interior, this artwork brings together Indian craftsmanship, expressive portraiture, natural wood textures, and the evolving visual language of Mysore Rosewood Inlay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium: Wood (wood marquetry )- Inspired by Mysore rosewood Inlay. Base- Water resistant ply. Whitecolor ivory wood treated in stained boiling water | Frame: with frame | Time required for making: 3 weeks\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meri Katha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55100223029567,"sku":"MO12","price":5550.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0942\/6727\/7631\/files\/MO12.png?v=1786811592","url":"https:\/\/merikatha.com\/products\/rosewood-inlay-mo12","provider":"Meri Katha ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}