{"product_id":"vahanvati-mata-in-pachedi","title":"Mata Ni Pachedi - Vahanvati mata in Pachedi","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe painting \u003cstrong data-start=\"13\" data-end=\"42\"\u003eVahanvati Mata in Pachedi\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"64\"\u003eSanjay Chitara\u003c\/strong\u003e beautifully captures the \u003cstrong data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"120\"\u003esea goddess Vahanvati Mata\u003c\/strong\u003e sailing majestically on her divine boat, surrounded by waves, devotees, and celestial beings. The artwork tells the story of the goddess’s protection over sailors and travelers, ensuring their safe passage through life’s storms. The rich \u003cstrong data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"386\"\u003eblue tones of the ocean\u003c\/strong\u003e contrast beautifully with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"417\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eearthy reds and golds\u003c\/strong\u003e of the figures, creating a sense of both power and peace. Through intricate linework and symbolic detailing, the artist masterfully brings out the \u003cstrong data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"638\"\u003eessence of faith, movement, and divine grace\u003c\/strong\u003e, staying true to the spiritual heart of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eMata Ni Pachedi\u003c\/strong\u003e tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe art form \u003cstrong data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"659\"\u003eMata Ni Pachedi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"721\"\u003ecenturies-old ritual painting tradition from Gujarat\u003c\/strong\u003e, originally created by the \u003cstrong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eVaghari community\u003c\/strong\u003e as temple cloths for worship. The term literally means \u003cstrong data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"850\"\u003e“behind the goddess”\u003c\/strong\u003e, referring to the painted shrine backdrop where devotees prayed. Traditionally done in \u003cstrong data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"976\"\u003ered, black, and white natural dyes\u003c\/strong\u003e on handwoven fabric, these artworks depict various forms of goddesses and mythological scenes. Over time, artists like Sanjay Chitara have refined the style, combining \u003cstrong data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003esymbolic patterns, storytelling, and deep devotion\u003c\/strong\u003e, making Mata Ni Pachedi both a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003esacred art form and a cultural treasure\u003c\/strong\u003e that continues to evolve while keeping its divine essence alive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meri Katha Social Croww","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51521581941055,"sku":"SC40","price":90000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0942\/6727\/7631\/files\/SC40b.webp?v=1771082282","url":"https:\/\/merikatha.com\/products\/vahanvati-mata-in-pachedi","provider":"Meri Katha ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}