Handpainted Aipan Elephant & Lotus Maroon Art

This product is a vibrant piece of textile art, strongly resembling traditional Aipan art from Uttarakhand. The base fabric is a rich, deep maroon, echoing the 'Geru' (red earth) traditionally used to prepare the base for Aipan paintings on floors and walls. At its heart, a majestic white elephant, adorned with vibrant blue, green, and yellow patterns on its back, gracefully holds pink lotus flowers in its trunk. This central motif is encircled by several concentric rings: an inner band of intricate white geometric patterns, characteristic of 'Biswar' (a paste made from rice flour, traditionally used for white designs), followed by a ring of radiant yellow petal-like designs, further outlined in white. The entire composition is framed by a broad, elegant border featuring a repetitive pattern of white stylized floral or star motifs, each encased in a square panel. Aipan art is traditionally created during auspicious occasions and festivals to welcome deities and guests, symbolizing prosperity, good fortune, and divinity. This contemporary adaptation, while on fabric, captures the essence and intricate detailing of the original art form, making it a beautiful and culturally significant item, perfect for home decor such as a wall hanging, table mat, or cushion cover, bringing the sacred aesthetics of Uttarakhand into modern living spaces.