Sohrai Paintings
Sohrai Painting
Sohrai painting is a traditional art form from the tribal communities of Jharkhand, celebrated during the harvest festival of Sohrai.
Created primarily by women, these paintings adorn the mud walls of homes with vibrant depictions of animals, plants, and geometric patterns, often using natural pigments. The art reflects the community’s deep connection to nature, fertility, and the cyclical rhythms of life, serving as both a celebration of the harvest and a means of preserving cultural heritage.
HUNTING
This painting depicts two tribal men carrying a dead animal after a hunt, with a crocodile visible in the backdrop. The artwork highlights the traditional hunting scene and the surrounding jungle environment.
deers
This painting depicts two deer facing opposite directions while grazing on leaves from trees and bushes in the jungle. The scene beautifully captures their peaceful coexistence in a natural setting.
deers
This painting features a male and female deer facing each other lovingly in the jungle. Their tender gaze and natural setting highlight the beauty of their connection.
PEACOCKS
This painting shows two peacocks playfully perched on a tree branch, rendered with simple yet vivid colors. The Artwork captures their graceful interaction and the natural beauty of their environment.
RITUALISTIC PRACTICES
This painting portrays tribal men carrying a dead animal after a hunt, with a vibrant jungle backdrop filled with various animals. The artwork captures the traditional scene and the rich biodiversity of the natural environment.
COLOURS OF EARTH
This painting depicts peacocks and deer playfully interacting, set against a minimalistic background. The use of natural colors and simple patterns highlights the harmonious beauty of the scene.
PASHUPATI
This painting of Pashupati is set against a light brown background, emphasizing the deity’s form with natural simplicity. The use of earthy tones captures the essence of traditional tribal art.
PASHUPATI
This painting of Pashupati features the deity in light grey, set against a textured mud background. The earthy tones and simple design highlight the traditional essence of the artwork.
ELEPHANTS
This painting features two elephants facing each other, adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant hues. It beautifully symbolizes unity and strength through the traditional artistry of the Sohrai style.
PEACOCKS DANCING
This painting captures two peacocks dancing gracefully in the jungle, adorned with intricate patterns and vibrant colors. The artwork beautifully reflects the harmony of nature and the traditional artistry of the Sohrai style.
ANIMALS
This painting depicts a jungle scene with animals: two graceful deer and two larger predators. The predators, twice the size of the deer, add a dynamic contrast, capturing the natural balance of the wild in traditional tribal art.
PASHUPATI
This Sohrai painting of Pashupati uses a black mud background to accentuate the deity’s presence. The bold, simple colors capture the divine essence and traditional artistry of Pashupati.
PASHUPATI
This painting of Pashupati features the revered deity in intricate detail and vibrant colors. The artwork beautifully blends traditional motifs with the spiritual essence of Pashupati, capturing divine grace and symbolism.
FLOWERS
This painting showcases a beautiful flower pattern, rendered with vibrant colors and intricate details. The artwork highlights the traditional artistry of Sohrai, celebrating the elegance and beauty of nature.
WILD CAT
This painting depicts a wild cat in bold, vibrant colors, reflecting the simplicity and natural beauty of tribal art. The use of mud and natural pigments highlights the raw elegance of the wild cat in a traditional style.
DEERS
This painting depicts a mama deer with her baby, rendered in vibrant colors and detailed patterns. The artwork beautifully captures the tender bond between mother and fawn, highlighting the natural grace of the deer.
ANIMALS
This painting shows a peahen perched elegantly on a horse, combining vibrant colors and intricate patterns. The artwork reflects a unique fusion of grace and traditional artistry.
BIRDS
This painting features a peahen with her two poults, intricately detailed and surrounded by vibrant patterns. The artwork beautifully captures the nurturing bond and natural elegance of the peafowl family.
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