Migrant patuas, or scroll painters, converged around Kalighat temple in Kolkata early in the 18th century to give rise to a new school. For over a hundred years the pilgrims offered a ready market for the pats. A majority of the Kalighat pats treated religious and traditional subjects, but the introduction of secular themes is of great interest now. Seen on this scarf are fish attending a wedding!
A part of our Kalighat Pat art collection - these fish were drawn by artist Mamoni Chitrakar.
In our attempt to help sustain Indian folk art and craft - artists are paid a royalty. You will be supporting the artist directly with your purchase.
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