motif analysis of chittara paintings

Chittara folk art of Karnataka

Chikal Bhakal Chinani (Symbol of Posture)

 This is the sign of sitting cross legged and is drawn on either sides of the wall in Chittara painting.

Bisanigey (Symbol of Air)

    This was a hand held fan to induce the airflow for the purpose of cooling or refreshing oneself. Even to this day, we use this very significantly

Lingadha Gudi (Symbol of Sanctum Santorum)

        This refers to the holiest place. It implies that we need not go in search of the holiest places but

our hearts and also to seek the almighty’s blessing before we begin any work.

Gadhey Sasi (Symbol of Growth)

This is paddy saplings....

Adikey Maara

This is one of the main commercial crops of Malnad region.