Jagannath carried through palm leaf

Few sacred images are as immediately recognisable in Odisha as Shri Jagannath.

The large circular eyes, frontal presence and richly ornamented form create an image that is at once iconic and deeply connected with Odisha’s sacred visual world.

In this Palm-Leaf Pattachitra, Jagannath is not simply painted onto a surface.

The image is first built through engraving across prepared palm-leaf strips. Natural pigment then enters selectively, allowing the etched structure, ornament and material character of the leaf to remain visible.

The journey becomes:

palm leaf → engraved line → natural pigment → sacred presence

For Indie Kaarigari, that is the deeper significance of this work: an image inseparable from Odisha carried through another of Odisha’s living material traditions.

• Shri Jagannath sacred composition
• Ordered-to-Make artwork
• Handmade in Balipatna, Khordha, Odisha
• Traditional palm-leaf engraving
• 100% natural pigments
• Iconic circular-eye Jagannath imagery
• Rich crown, jewellery and garment detailing
• Ornamental engraved border
• Approx. 13 × 9 inches
• Approx. 5-day preparation time
• Available framed or unframed
• Suitable for prayer spaces, entrances, living areas and meaningful gifting

Care Instructions

• Keep away from moisture and excessive humidity.
• Avoid prolonged direct sunlight.
• Keep away from strong heat sources.
• Dust gently with a clean, dry, soft cloth.
• Do not use water, oils or chemical cleaners.
• Handle unframed artwork with clean, dry hands and preferably from the edges.
• Avoid rubbing the engraved or pigmented surface.
• Store flat and protected when unframed.

Because this is an ordered-to-make artwork, selected customisation may be explored before production begins.

Depending on artisan and material feasibility, this may include:

• custom size
• framing preference
• inscription
• selected colour or design adjustments

Please contact us with the product link and your customisation requirement before placing the order.

Each completed artwork will naturally carry slight differences in engraving, natural pigment and palm-leaf character.

Shipping & Delivery

Preparation Time

Please allow approximately 5 business days for artwork preparation, followed by quality checks, framing where selected and secure packaging.

Shipping Time

After dispatch, delivery generally takes 5–10 days, depending on the destination from Balipatna, Khordha, Odisha.

Tracking details will be shared via email/SMS after dispatch.

Returns & Replacements

Damaged Goods

A 5-day window is available for free return, replacement or appropriate resolution if the artwork arrives damaged.

A continuous unboxing video is mandatory for transit-damage claims. The video should show the unopened package, complete unboxing and visible damage in one continuous clip.

Change of Mind / Preference

A 10-day replacement window is available for eligible non-damage requests.

Forward and reverse shipping/logistics costs are borne by the customer. The artwork must remain unused, undamaged and in its original packaging.

Replacement is subject to availability.

How to Raise a Request

Email: admin@indiekaarigari.in
WhatsApp: +91-9556619831

Please share your Order ID and the required photographs/unboxing video.

Requests are generally reviewed within 48 hours.