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Babu bibi 3- Original-Bengal Pattachitra
₹7,000.00In the 19th century, Kolkata (then Calcutta) was the thriving capital of British India. As the city continued to flourish, it gave rise to a new class of locals- the Babus and the Bibis. The Bengali Babus were educated in English, enjoyed a western lifestyle, patronised arts and culture and indulged in personal grooming and fashion. They also made some questionable decisions in their personal and professional lives, but that is a different matter! The wives of the Babus, popularly called the Bibis, took a keen interest in fashion to the extent of incorporating French and English elements in their wardrobe. Although they were not the empowered women we ideally want to see, they received some opportunity to study and explore the outside world, making them more progressive than their female ancestors. Bengal Pattachitra paintings are priceless collectibles. The pattachitra painting is an art form that originated in 19th century Bengal, in the vicinity of Kali Temple in Kolkata and is considered to be one of the earliest forms of pop art in India. Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Rahim Chitrakar -
Babu with the Jal Kanya- Original-Bengal Pattachitra
₹4,500.00In the 19th century, Kolkata (then Calcutta) was the thriving capital of British India. As the city continued to flourish, it gave rise to a new class of locals- the Babus and the Bibis. The Bengali Babus were educated in English, enjoyed a western lifestyle, patronised arts and culture and indulged in personal grooming and fashion. They also made some questionable decisions in their personal and professional lives, but that is a different matter! The wives of the Babus, popularly called the Bibis, took a keen interest in fashion to the extent of incorporating French and English elements in their wardrobe. Although they were not the empowered women we ideally want to see, they received some opportunity to study and explore the outside world, making them more progressive than their female ancestors. The painting is a display of romance by the Babu towards the mermaid with the cat by their side. Cats are a common scene in houeholds in Calcutta for the sheer presence of fish being cooked inevitably in all Bengali households. The hukka is the symbol of masculinity which the women of Bengal back then exercised on their meek lovers/husbands. Bengal Pattachitra paintings are priceless collectibles. The pattachitra painting is an art form that originated in 19th century Bengal, in the vicinity of Kali Temple in Kolkata and is considered to be one of the earliest forms of pop art in India. Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Chandan Chitrakar -
Babu-Bibi- Original-Bengal Pattachitra
₹4,500.00In the 19th century, Kolkata (then Calcutta) was the thriving capital of British India. As the city continued to flourish, it gave rise to a new class of locals- the Babus and the Bibis. The Bengali Babus were educated in English, enjoyed a western lifestyle, patronised arts and culture and indulged in personal grooming and fashion. They also made some questionable decisions in their personal and professional lives, but that is a different matter! The wives of the Babus, popularly called the Bibis, took a keen interest in fashion to the extent of incorporating French and English elements in their wardrobe. Although they were not the empowered women we ideally want to see, they received some opportunity to study and explore the outside world, making them more progressive than their female ancestors. The painting is a display of love by the Babu & the Bibi with the cat by their side. Cats are common scene in houeholds in Calcutta for the sheer presence of fish being cooked inevitably by all the Bengali households. Bengal Pattachitra paintings are priceless collectibles. The pattachitra painting is an art form that originated in 19th century Bengal, in the vicinity of Kali Temple in Kolkata and is considered to be one of the earliest forms of pop art in India. Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Chandan Chitrakar -
Babu-Bibi-2- Original-Bengal Pattachitra
₹4,500.00In the 19th century, Kolkata (then Calcutta) was the thriving capital of British India. As the city continued to flourish, it gave rise to a new class of locals- the Babus and the Bibis. The Bengali Babus were educated in English, enjoyed a western lifestyle, patronised arts and culture and indulged in personal grooming and fashion. They also made some questionable decisions in their personal and professional lives, but that is a different matter! The wives of the Babus, popularly called the Bibis, took a keen interest in fashion to the extent of incorporating French and English elements in their wardrobe. Although they were not the empowered women we ideally want to see, they received some opportunity to study and explore the outside world, making them more progressive than their female ancestors. The painting is a display of domination & aggression by Bibi towards her meek lover/husband. Bibis have been the figment of imagination of the Patuas who matched their personality with the diety that form the Kalighat style of painting. Bengal Pattachitra paintings are priceless collectibles. The pattachitra painting is an art form that originated in 19th century Bengal, in the vicinity of Kali Temple in Kolkata and is considered to be one of the earliest forms of pop art in India. Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Chandan Chitrakar -
Cat & Fish I- Kalighat Pattachitra
₹2,500.00The satirical depiction of the cat with prawns in its mouth in Kalighat Pattachitra serves as a sharp commentary on the evolving tastes of the so-called elite Bengalis. Traditionally, both Bengalis and cats have been synonymous with their love for fish. However, the preference for prawns over fish—which is often associated with European influence and elitism—becomes a subtle critique in these paintings.
The Kalighat artists, known for their wit and observational humor, used the cat as a metaphor for the Bengali bhadralok (gentlefolk), showcasing how they embraced Westernized preferences while maintaining a façade of tradition. Through this sarcastic visual, the artists mock the irony of the Bengali elite, who, despite their deep-rooted love for fish, gradually shifted towards a more colonial-influenced palate.
Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Nobir Chitrakar -
Cat & Fish II- Kalighat Pattachitra
₹2,500.00The satirical depiction of the cat with prawns in its mouth in Kalighat Pattachitra serves as a sharp commentary on the evolving tastes of the so-called elite Bengalis. Traditionally, both Bengalis and cats have been synonymous with their love for fish. However, the preference for prawns over fish—which is often associated with European influence and elitism—becomes a subtle critique in these paintings.
The Kalighat artists, known for their wit and observational humor, used the cat as a metaphor for the Bengali bhadralok (gentlefolk), showcasing how they embraced Westernized preferences while maintaining a façade of tradition. Through this sarcastic visual, the artists mock the irony of the Bengali elite, who, despite their deep-rooted love for fish, gradually shifted towards a more colonial-influenced palate.
Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Nobir Chitrakar -
Cat & Fish III- Kalighat Pattachitra
₹2,500.00The satirical depiction of the cat with prawns in its mouth in Kalighat Pattachitra serves as a sharp commentary on the evolving tastes of the so-called elite Bengalis. Traditionally, both Bengalis and cats have been synonymous with their love for fish. However, the preference for prawns over fish—which is often associated with European influence and elitism—becomes a subtle critique in these paintings.
The Kalighat artists, known for their wit and observational humor, used the cat as a metaphor for the Bengali bhadralok (gentlefolk), showcasing how they embraced Westernized preferences while maintaining a façade of tradition. Through this sarcastic visual, the artists mock the irony of the Bengali elite, who, despite their deep-rooted love for fish, gradually shifted towards a more colonial-influenced palate.
Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Nobir Chitrakar -
Cat & Fish IV- Kalighat Pattachitra
₹2,500.00The satirical depiction of the cat with prawns in its mouth in Kalighat Pattachitra serves as a sharp commentary on the evolving tastes of the so-called elite Bengalis. Traditionally, both Bengalis and cats have been synonymous with their love for fish. However, the preference for prawns over fish—which is often associated with European influence and elitism—becomes a subtle critique in these paintings.
The Kalighat artists, known for their wit and observational humor, used the cat as a metaphor for the Bengali bhadralok (gentlefolk), showcasing how they embraced Westernized preferences while maintaining a façade of tradition. Through this sarcastic visual, the artists mock the irony of the Bengali elite, who, despite their deep-rooted love for fish, gradually shifted towards a more colonial-influenced palate.
Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Nobir Chitrakar -
Cat & Fish V- Kalighat Pattachitra
₹2,500.00The satirical depiction of the cat with prawns in its mouth in Kalighat Pattachitra serves as a sharp commentary on the evolving tastes of the so-called elite Bengalis. Traditionally, both Bengalis and cats have been synonymous with their love for fish. However, the preference for prawns over fish—which is often associated with European influence and elitism—becomes a subtle critique in these paintings.
The Kalighat artists, known for their wit and observational humor, used the cat as a metaphor for the Bengali bhadralok (gentlefolk), showcasing how they embraced Westernized preferences while maintaining a façade of tradition. Through this sarcastic visual, the artists mock the irony of the Bengali elite, who, despite their deep-rooted love for fish, gradually shifted towards a more colonial-influenced palate.
Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Nobir Chitrakar -
Cat & Fish VI- Kalighat Pattachitra
₹7,500.00The satirical depiction of the cat with prawns in its mouth in Kalighat Pattachitra serves as a sharp commentary on the evolving tastes of the so-called elite Bengalis. Traditionally, both Bengalis and cats have been synonymous with their love for fish. However, the preference for prawns over fish—which is often associated with European influence and elitism—becomes a subtle critique in these paintings.
The Kalighat artists, known for their wit and observational humor, used the cat as a metaphor for the Bengali bhadralok (gentlefolk), showcasing how they embraced Westernized preferences while maintaining a façade of tradition. Through this sarcastic visual, the artists mock the irony of the Bengali elite, who, despite their deep-rooted love for fish, gradually shifted towards a more colonial-influenced palate.
Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Chandan Chitrakar -
Durgati Nashini VI- Original-Bengal Pattachitra
₹17,000.00Bengal Pattachitra paintings are priceless collectibles. The pattachitra painting is an art form that originated in 19th century Bengal, in the vicinity of Kali Temple in Kolkata and is considered to be one of the earliest forms of pop art in India. Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Rahaman Chitrakar -
Durgati Nashini VII- Original-Bengal Pattachitra
₹18,000.00Bengal Pattachitra paintings are priceless collectibles. The pattachitra painting is an art form that originated in 19th century Bengal, in the vicinity of Kali Temple in Kolkata and is considered to be one of the earliest forms of pop art in India. Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Rahaman Chitrakar -
Jatayu- Original-Bengal Pattachitra
₹7,000.00In Ramayana, Jatayu was believed to be the son of Aruna and a nephew of Garuda. A demi-god in the form of vulture, Jatayu was an old friend of king Dasharath, father of Lord Rama. Jatayu was the first person who tried to rescue Sita from the clutches of Ravana while he was taking her to Lanka. He fought valiantly with Ravana.Bengal Pattachitra paintings are priceless collectibles. The pattachitra painting is an art form that originated in 19th century Bengal, in the vicinity of Kali Temple in Kolkata and is considered to be one of the earliest forms of pop art in India. Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Rahim Chitrakar -
Tarakeshwar Murder Case of 1873- Kalighat Pattachitra
₹4,500.00The Taarkeshwar Affair ( Also known as the Taarkeshwar Scandal) refers to a Public scandal of 19th Century during the British Raj. It resulted from a forceful sexual relation between Elokeshi, the teenage (15 years old) wife of a government employee Nobin Chandra & the Maharaj Madhan Chandra Giri, the scandalous Brahmin head priest ( or the Mahant) of the Taarkeshwar Shiva Temple. Nobin subsequently decapitated his wife Elokeshi because he could not save her from the indecent Mahant. A highly publicised trial followed, Dubbed the Tarakeshwar Murder case of 1873, in which both the husband & the Mahant were found guilty in varying degrees. Bengali society considered Mahant’s actions as punishable & criminal, while justifying Nabin’s action of Killing an unchaste wife. The resulting public outrage forced authorities to release Nobin after 2 years. The scandal became the subject of Kalighat Paintings which often portrayed Nobin as a devoted husband. The Mahant was generally presented as a womaniser, who took advantage of young women. The murder victim Elokeshi was sometimes blamed as a seductress & the root cause of the affair. In other portrayals, she was absolved of all guilt & was portrayed to have been tricked & raped by the Mahant. Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Rahim Chitrakar -
The Qwirky Babu 2- Original-Bengal Pattachitra
₹7,500.00The Bengali Babu in Pattachitra often comes alive as a charmingly vain and indulgent character — a figure both admired and gently mocked. Draped in crisp dhuti-panjabi, with a twirl of his moustache, the Babu embodies a blend of colonial sophistication and native pride. In the hands of the Chitrakar, his quirks take center stage — his exaggerated posture, coy glance, or his lazy sprawl on a wooden chair as he savors his afternoon leisure.
These scenes, drawn with earthy pigments and bold outlines, capture the satire and sweetness of Bengal’s bhadralok culture. The Babu’s obsession with appearance, poetry, and adda (idle gossip) becomes a playful social commentary — a reflection of how aspiration and indulgence often walked hand in hand in Bengal’s colonial era. Through the Pattachitra’s whimsical strokes, the Babu isn’t merely a man; he’s a mood — a mirror to a society caught between refinement and folly, grace and self-importance.
Bengal Pattachitra paintings are priceless collectibles. The pattachitra painting is an art form that originated in 19th century Bengal, in the vicinity of Kali Temple in Kolkata and is considered to be one of the earliest forms of pop art in India. Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Chandan Chitrakar -
The Qwirky Babu- Original-Bengal Pattachitra
₹7,500.00The Bengali Babu in Pattachitra often comes alive as a charmingly vain and indulgent character — a figure both admired and gently mocked. Draped in crisp dhuti-panjabi, with a twirl of his moustache, the Babu embodies a blend of colonial sophistication and native pride. In the hands of the Chitrakar, his quirks take center stage — his exaggerated posture, coy glance, or his lazy sprawl on a wooden chair as he savors his afternoon leisure.
These scenes, drawn with earthy pigments and bold outlines, capture the satire and sweetness of Bengal’s bhadralok culture. The Babu’s obsession with appearance, poetry, and adda (idle gossip) becomes a playful social commentary — a reflection of how aspiration and indulgence often walked hand in hand in Bengal’s colonial era. Through the Pattachitra’s whimsical strokes, the Babu isn’t merely a man; he’s a mood — a mirror to a society caught between refinement and folly, grace and self-importance.
Bengal Pattachitra paintings are priceless collectibles. The pattachitra painting is an art form that originated in 19th century Bengal, in the vicinity of Kali Temple in Kolkata and is considered to be one of the earliest forms of pop art in India. Craft: Bengal Pattachitra by the Patuas (State of West Bengal) Artist- Chandan Chitrakar
