Many forms. One continuing sacred world.

Vishnu’s sacred imagery is rarely limited to one form.

Across Indian storytelling, the divine appears through different incarnations, encounters and moments—each answering a different world and circumstance.

This Palm-Leaf Pattachitra uses that multiplicity as its visual structure.

A central Vishnu-centred composition anchors the artwork while surrounding panels and medallions extend the narrative through additional figures and sacred scenes.

Rather than reducing the work to one icon, the surface allows the story to accumulate:

image → episode → another form → another story

That is one of palm leaf’s distinctive strengths.

Joined leaves create enough visual space for a narrative to unfold rather than remain frozen inside a single frame.

For Indie Kaarigari, the material journey becomes:

palm leaf → engraved line → natural pigment → sacred image → sequence → Vishnu Katha

A living storytelling surface, carried into a contemporary home.

• Vishnu-centred sacred narrative
• Dashavatara-inspired multi-scene composition
• Large vertical 40 × 9 inch format
• Ordered-to-Make Narrative Artwork
• Approx. 30-day preparation time
• Handmade in Balipatna, Khordha, Odisha
• Traditional palm-leaf engraving
• 100% natural pigments
• Multiple narrative registers
• Circular story medallions
• Fine figurative and ornamental detailing
• Available framed or unframed
• Suitable for tall walls, entrances, stairways, studies, prayer spaces and collected Indian art

Palm leaf and natural pigments respond to their environment. Gentle care will help preserve the artwork.

• 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, sprays or chemical cleaners.
• Handle unframed artwork only with clean, dry hands and preferably from the edges.
• Avoid rubbing the engraved or coloured surface.
• Do not bend or fold unless specifically advised by the artisan.
• Store unframed work flat or with suitable professional support.

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

Depending on artisan and material feasibility, this may include:

• custom overall size
• framing preference
• inscription
• selected colour treatment
• adjustments to narrative layout where technically possible

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

Because of the complexity of the scroll, customised versions may require a revised preparation timeline and quotation.

Shipping & Delivery

At Indie Kaarigari, we take pride in the craftsmanship behind every piece. Many of our artworks are handcrafted or prepared after an order is confirmed, allowing the necessary time for making, finishing and secure delivery.

Preparation Time

Please allow approximately 30 days for engraving, colouring and artwork preparation, followed by final quality checks, framing where selected and secure packaging.

Shipping Time

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

Once dispatched, tracking details will be shared via email/SMS.

Returns & Replacements

A. Free Returns / Replacements — Damaged Goods

We offer a 5-day window for a free return, replacement or appropriate resolution if the artwork arrives physically damaged.

A continuous unboxing video is mandatory for transit-damage claims.

The video must:

• begin with the unopened package,
• remain one continuous clip without cuts or edits,
• show the condition of the outer packaging,
• show the complete unboxing process,
• and clearly show the physical damage.

Failure to provide the required unboxing evidence may result in rejection of the claim.

B. Standard Replacement — 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 and undamaged.
• It must be returned in its original packaging with accompanying materials.
• Replacement is subject to availability.

Because this is an ordered-to-make artwork, a replacement requiring fresh production may carry the applicable preparation timeline.

How to Raise a Request

Please contact Indie Kaarigari with your Order ID and required photographs/unboxing video.

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

Requests are generally reviewed within approximately 48 hours.