Fishes of affection and unity: Madhubani plate by Priti Karn

The madhubani plate artist Priti Karn depicts arrangement of fishes in a circular pattern with their mouth joined together, often referred as “Kohbar” design, alongwith the floral designs amidst a pair of every fish and interwined basic zigzag borders, showing vibrant and rich colour palette. Fish motifs are used in madhubani paintings created for special occasions like wedding, festivals, and birth ceremonies. The circular arreangement of fishes in the plate artistry symbolizes the bond of marriage and the unity between the couple, representing the idea of two individuals coming together to form a harmonious and interconnected association.