King of the Forest In Kalighat by Uttam Chitrakar

This exquisite Kalighat painting by Uttam Chitrakar beautifully captures the essence of wildlife, with the king of the forest—the lion—taking center stage in an intricately detailed and vividly colored composition. The painting portrays a serene yet powerful interaction between a lion and a lioness, surrounded by other majestic felines, set against a lush natural backdrop of stylized trees with delicate, repetitive foliage patterns. The lion, with its deep brown textured mane, exudes strength and wisdom. At the same time, the lioness gazes at him with an affectionate, expressive face, her body adorned with elaborate geometric patterns and a harmonious blend of pink, orange, and yellow hues. The artwork is a symphony of colors, with each feline displaying a unique combination of vibrant shades, highlighted by meticulous line work and intricate dot patterns that give depth and movement to their fur. The background, painted in earthy green tones, enhances the vibrancy of the animals while lending a grounded, organic feel to the scene. The trees, painted in warm golden hues with circular leaf clusters, add a rhythmic balance to the composition, reinforcing the intricate detailing that defines the Kalighat style. The artist’s masterful use of bold outlines and delicate brushwork creates a mesmerizing visual narrative, where the lion stands not only as a symbol of power but also of harmony within nature. The presence of additional feline figures, with their expressive eyes and carefully ornamented bodies, adds to the depth of the painting, illustrating a coexistence that is both dynamic and tranquil. Uttam Chitrakar’s ability to blend tradition with contemporary aesthetics results in a striking tribute to the grandeur of wildlife, making this artwork a captivating celebration of the lion’s regal presence in the animal kingdom.

Each of our artworks are hand painted by master artists across India. We provide a digital authentication certificate with this artwork signed by the artist which will be sent over email after 3-4 days of delivery of the artwork.

The sizes mentioned are excluding the borders of the artwork.

Frames shown are for visual representation only and are not included with the artwork. We offer framing services on demand at additional costs. If you wish to get your artwork framed, please reach out to us on WhatsApp or email.

We take custom artwork orders, please use the WhatsApp chat below or email us at wecare@memeraki.com to discuss your requirements in more detail.

We ship worldwide, Our Prices are inclusive of GST/Taxes in India. For international orders, any specific custom duties you may encounter in your home country during the delivery has to borne by the buyer.

For all artworks except Lippan and Terracotta, No additional charges are applicable for domestic deliveries. For international artwork orders shipping charges of 4000 INR* are applicable.

For Lippan and Terracotta Artworks, We charge a Shipping rate on a per Kilogram basis.

*Extra charges may apply for both domestic and international deliveries in the following cases:

• International artwork orders where the artwork's smaller side measures more than 36 inches.
• Extra charges are applicable for Express Shipping. Contact support to check availability for your order.
• Orders with more than 2 product types in the cart.

All artworks are packed and couriered securely in a tube.

Ready To Ship/ In Stock artworks are shipped in under 2 weeks. We only accept return requests for Ready to Ship/ In stock artworks placed within a week from date of delivery. However, no returns can be accepted for international deliveries.

Made To Order artworks will take 2-3 weeks to be made and shipped once they are ready. Returns are not applicable on Made To Order artworks.

Once your order is placed, our team will stay in constant communication with the artist to track the progress and ensure the quality of your order. You will receive regular updates from us throughout this process.

All artworks on the website are hand painted from scratch by our master artists. This makes every artwork absolutely unique and the actual colour and overall artwork may vary slightly from the artwork image posted here.