This is a beige tussar silk dupatta woven on a handloom and featuring hand painted Patachitra art. Patachitra painting on the dupatta features traditional Indian women in various dance postures. It has rust borders with a traditional design and unfinished edges.Length: 227 cmsWidth: 98 cmsPatachitra is a style of paintings practiced among the tribal and indigenous people of Orissa. The artists, making these paintings usually do not have other sources of livelihood. The painted scrolls depict episodes from mythology and stories related to religious, mythological and folklore. Originating as a ritual, the Patachitra is regarded today as one of the most cherished collectors' items. Although several centuries old, Patachitra continues to be a living art form practiced even today.