{"product_id":"ardhanarishvara-face-hanging","title":"Hand-Painted Ardhanarishvara Face Wall Hanging","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Ardhanarishvara Face Wall Hanging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eArdhanarishvara Face Wall Hanging\u003c\/strong\u003e reflects Cheriyal Art, a vibrant scroll painting tradition from Cheriyal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt represents Telangana’s rich cultural and storytelling heritage. This unique art form is closely linked with traditional storytellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey used painted scrolls to narrate mythological and local tales to rural audiences. The paintings were usually made on long vertical scrolls of khadi cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cloth was treated with tamarind seed paste, rice starch, and white clay. This created a smooth surface for painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe themes of Cheriyal art are rooted in Indian epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata. They also draw from regional folklore, social customs, and occupational stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style features bold outlines, flat figures, and bright colors. Red forms the background of most paintings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman figures have large expressive eyes and simple, lively forms. This makes each scene engaging and easy to read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, each scroll was divided into panels. Every panel showed a specific part of a story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerformers unfolded the scroll gradually as they narrated. This art was not merely decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt served as an important medium of education and entertainment in rural society. The craft is hereditary and passed through skilled artisan families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey have preserved its techniques and identity for generations. Despite the decline of traditional storytelling, Cheriyal art adapted to modern tastes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is now produced in smaller formats such as paintings, masks, and this \u003cstrong\u003eArdhanarishvara Face Wall Hanging\u003c\/strong\u003e. This handcrafted ethnic wall hanging also works as Ardhanarishvara face decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also suits spaces seeking handmade spiritual wall art. Its imagery also suits Shiva Parvati wall hanging displays and traditional religious wall decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecognized for its cultural significance, Cheriyal art received the Geographical Indication tag in 2007 with GI number 69.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis highlights its authenticity and regional identity. Today, it stands as a symbol of Telangana’s artistic legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt continues to gain appreciation nationally and internationally. Historically, this art form dates back to the 16th–17th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt flourished during the medieval period as part of India’s visual storytelling tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/krafteria.com\/search?q=cheriyal+art\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\u0026amp;type=product\u0026amp;id=45156349411375\u0026amp;quantity=1\"\u003e Explore Collection \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cheriyal_scroll_painting\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ganesh Cheriyala","offers":[{"title":"5\"H * 5\"W Red","offer_id":45095243939887,"sku":null,"price":1299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5\"H * 5\"W Blue","offer_id":45095243972655,"sku":null,"price":1299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10\"H * 9.5\"W Red","offer_id":45095244005423,"sku":null,"price":3099.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10\"H * 9.5\"W Blue","offer_id":45095244038191,"sku":null,"price":3099.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9437\/6495\/files\/84_48a5e24f-b989-4d16-8fcf-c0aa01df28e9.png?v=1774680196","url":"https:\/\/krafteria.com\/products\/ardhanarishvara-face-hanging","provider":"Krafteria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}